QM eXplore Trainee

• Introduction to quality management and technical compliance in PLT/CVT Plant - department rotation, a deeper introduction to plant operation.
• Introduction to production processes, Rubber Technologies, Material’s flow and Components in order to gain in-depth operational knowledge about the production process.
• 4 month shopfloor experience incl. laboratory test stations.
• Quality Management projects within the plant.
• Rotations to other departments in order to get an insight into the collaboration of all departments​ (Mandatory: PI, Production, MTE, Process Engineering).
• Establish and maintain a network throughout the plant.
• Introduction into Quality Applications such as MCAT, QDV, QDA, EWM, SBS and other manufacturing relevant applications.
• Introduction to quality management processes, systems and methods (FMEA, Control Plans, SPS/A3/8D/VRS, lessons learned, Continuous improvement process).
• Introduction to quality tests, quality assurance and conformity.
• Introduction to Tire Uniformity management
• Introduction into Quality Management System, its external foundations and the implication for the Organization
• Central projects (Quality Management and technical compliance, Manufacturing/Engineering, R&D, business perspective)
• Fulfill central training plan in order to gain technical knowledge, competencies and capabilities in the processes of the quality management and manufacturing environment​ and to develop an understanding of the tire business and structure
• Establish and maintain a network with the central departments and international trainees
• Introduction to quality standards and norms (IATF, ISO, TISAX etc.)
• Introduction to customer requirements
• 1/2 month in one of Continental's Marketing & Sales organizations
• General overview about the overall M&S Strategy and the tasks & responsibilities of a M&S department 
• 1st hand experience by working together with direct sale in a tire shop / during customer visits 
• 1 month stay in Business Area QMtCT to understand BA QMtCT Processes (incl. AQM Organization)
• Introduction into TCS Processes and Product Performance Evaluations & Product Communities
• Introduction into AQM Processes (PPAP, OE CSR/PSRs, Complaint Handling)
• Introduction into S&R processes (Labels, Regulatory Handling Processes, etc)Support of technical Compliance case tasks like QM holds, Yokoten including A3, risk evaluation, etc.
• If applicable, perform project in correlation to direct and peer QM processes.
• If applicable, support in the activities of the DIRECTION project (only for 2024).
• Ensure implementation of measures and maintain control.
• Raise awareness and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties.
• Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards.
• Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others.

• Bachelor-/Master Degree in Quality Management, Mechanical/Industrial/Process/Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, Business Administration or Business Informatics.
• First working experience up to 2 years (if bachelor’s degree min. of 2 years work experience is required).
• Internships in Manufacturing/Engineering, preferably also international ones.
• Experience through internship(s) in respective areas for 8-10 months (international internships preferred).
• Has first experience in leading a project team.
• At least 2 months of international internship/study abroad/working in a multicultural and international team.
• Fluent in English communication

What We Offer :

• Free lunch, uniform and company transportation.
• Housing allowance.
• Performance bonus.
• Provident fund.
• Flexible working program.  
• Family health care program.
• Group insurance (medical, dental).
• Inclusive and diverse culture.
• Good health and wellness program (e.g., sport clubs, fitness).

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