Position
Welcome to RIMOWA, the first German Maison of the LVMH Group. We are a global lifestyle brand with a mission to create the essential tools for a lifetime of travel. For more than 125 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to develop unique products where function coexists with luxury, heritage with innovation, and craftsmanship with design. At RIMOWA we believe that great ambitions demand resilient companions. It’s why our tools are created with longevity in mind. Because the most meaningful journeys last more than a trip, they last a lifetime. Please join us to discover your own.
Your responsibility will be to establish and uphold quality control measures during the phase between project initiation and the start of production. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to guarantee that the product design, materials, and manufacturing processes align with our quality standards. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful transition from concept to production.
Join our team and contribute to the successful execution of our quality objectives during the critical phase between project kick-off and the start of production, driving our commitment to excellence in the luggage industry.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Collaborate with the product development team to establish quality criteria and guidelines during the pre-production phase.
2. Conduct comprehensive reviews and analyses of product designs, specifications, and prototypes to identify potential quality issues and provide recommendations for improvements.
3. Participate in design reviews and feasibility assessments, offering valuable insights to enhance product quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
4. Work closely with the Global Supplier Quality Team and manufacturing partners to conduct quality assessments of raw materials, components, and tooling to ensure compliance with design specifications.
5. Develop and implement quality control plans and procedures for the pre-production phase, outlining key checkpoints, inspections, and testing protocols to mitigate potential quality risks and deviations.
6. Collaborate with internal teams to establish quality-related KPIs and metrics for monitoring the progress and effectiveness of quality control activities during the project phase.
7. Prepare and maintain detailed documentation, including quality reports, test plans, and risk assessments, to track the quality status and facilitate effective communication among stakeholders.
8. Conduct regular audits and assessments of manufacturing processes and tools to identify opportunities for process optimization.
Profile
9. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Industrial Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is advantageous.
10. Fluent English and German language skills
11. Proven experience in quality assurance or quality control roles within the manufacturing or consumer goods industry, with specific experience in the luggage or luxury industry being a plus.
12. In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and product development processes.
13. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify potential quality issues and recommend effective solutions during the early stages of product development.
14. Familiarity with quality control tools and methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
15. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and external partners during the project phase.
16. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities with a strong attention to detail.
17. Proficiency in documentation and report writing to maintain comprehensive quality records and facilitate effective decision-making during the project phase.
Additional information
YOUR BENEFITS:
18. Permanent employment contract
19. 30 days paid vacation per year and overtime compensation
20. Attractive remuneration (collective agreement) + profit sharing system / profit sharing
21. RIMOWA Essential Cabin suitcase as a gift after the probationary period
22. Great career opportunities through mentee programs, individual development & coaching or as part of our future internal mobility at LVMH's 77 Maisons
23. International, interesting and growing corporate environment within the LVHM Group and exciting project opportunities
24. 30% discount on the RIMOWA product range
25. Company benefits ( for sports, lifestyle, fashion, etc.)
26. Regular private sales with the LVMH Group (Tag Heuer, Moet Hennessy and many more)
27. Company pension scheme with high employer contribution or capital-forming benefits
28. LVMH Heartfund in crisis situations
29. Pension commitment in the event of death or disability (employer-financed)
30. Good transport connections, sufficient employee parking spaces, job tickets, job bikes (subsidized)
31. Regular employee events (summer party, Christmas party, after-work events)
32. Museum Ludwig - free admission for employees
33. High-quality company restaurant
BECOME PART OF RIMOWA:
Please send us your complete application documents including your salary requirements with details of the next possible starting date.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to RIMOWA’s DNA. We know that for our business to thrive, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow.