Plant Quality Head
ZF Group · Pune Division
- Experience10–15 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeonsite
- Posted23 Sept 2026
About ZF Group
ZF Group is hiring in Pune Division in automotive mobility. This role looks for around 10+ years of experience.
Skills
- IATF 16949
- customer and supplier quality
- APQP
- PPAP
- continuous improvement
The role
A quality engineer at an automotive manufacturing company leads IATF 16949 compliance, customer and supplier quality, and APQP, while driving PPAP and continuous improvement across plant operations. The role also guides quality audits and risk management.
Full job description
Job description:
About the Team ZF's Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division helps shaping the future of commercial transportation ecosystems. Our mission is to be the preferred global technology partner for the commercial vehicle industry. CVS Division is operational at 61 locations in 28 countries. What you can look forward to as Plant Quality Head (M/F/D): Lead and embed a strong Quality culture across the plant, ensuring alignment with ZF's DNA of Quality while driving quality awareness, accountability, and customer-centric thinking at all organizational levels. Drive plant quality performance and risk management by establishing quality objectives aligned with regional and customer expectations, proactively identifying quality risks, executing mitigation plans for underperforming KPIs, and ensuring timely escalation and resolution of critical quality issues. Develop and strengthen the Plant Quality organization through effective resource planning, capability building, succession planning, budget management, and continuous development of team competencies to meet current and future business requirements. Ensure excellence in quality governance, compliance, and continuous improvement by maintaining IATF 16949 compliance, leading internal system, process, and product audits, driving corrective actions to closure, and executing continuous improvement initiatives across quality processes and operations. Lead strategic quality deployment across the value chain by driving customer and supplier quality improvement programs, supporting APQP and PPAP activities for new product launches, promoting best-practice sharing and read-across initiatives, and contributing to regional and global quality strategy execution.
Profile description:
Your profile as Plant Quality Head (M/F/D): 10-15 Years of experience With Tier -1 Automotive Organization . BE Mechanical Engg from Tier -1 College . Heading Plan Quality Broad Quality automotive background and experience Be able to drive strong customer focus and build customer relationships.Strong problem solving and continuous improvement skills Excellent analytical and decision making skills.Product and production knowledge Cross-functional collaboration mindset.Strong communication skills Ability to drive sense of urgency and influence across the organization
We offer:
Why should you choose ZF Group in India? Innovation and Technology Leadership: ZF is at the forefront of technological advancements, offering a dynamic and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and growth. Diverse and Inclusive Culture: ZF fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected, promoting a culture of collaboration and mutual support. Career Development: ZF is committed to the professional growth of its employees, offering extensive training programs, career development opportunities, and a clear path for advancement. Global Presence: As a part of a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, ZF provides opportunities to work on international projects and collaborate with teams worldwide. Sustainability Focus: ZF is dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility, actively working towards creating eco-friendly solutions and reducing its carbon footprint.
Regards Simhala Priyanka ZF India