ZF Group

Plant Supplier Quality Engineer

ZF Group  •  Pančevo, RS (Hybrid)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Req ID 88224 | Pančevo, Serbia, ZF Serbia d.o.o. Pancevo

About The Team

The Plant Supplier Quality (PSQ) team ensures that all incoming raw materials and components meet strict automotive quality standards. The team combines two key functions: Incoming Control, which detects and blocks defects on the shop floor, and Plant SQE, which focuses on root cause analysis and supplier improvement. Together, they protect the production line from defective parts and ensure continuous quality improvement. The team supports multiple production plants and business units globally, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

What you can look forward to as Supplier Quality Engineer:

  • Establishing and maintaining incoming inspection processes in line with legal requirements and internal standards
  • Defining and managing procedures for ensuring the quality of direct materials from suppliers
  • Communicating with suppliers to ensure consistent material quality
  • Creating and managing supplier claims, including tracking corrective actions
  • Conducting supplier visits and audits to verify processes and product quality
  • Collaborating with regional and global supplier development teams
  • Performing quality checks and preparing PPAP approvals for direct materials used in production
  • Supporting root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for non-conformities

Your Profile as Supplier Quality Engineer:

  • University degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
  • Experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or automotive industry is an advantage
  • Knowledge of quality standards and methodologies (e.g., PPAP, root cause analysis, audits)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with international suppliers
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
  • Good knowledge of MS Office; SAP or similar systems is a plus
  • Fluent English

Why you should choose ZF in Pančevo?

  • Private health insurance
  • Possibility of hybrid work
  • Flexible working hours
  • Career and skill growth opportunities

Be part of our ZF team as Plant Supplier Quality Engineer and apply now!

Contact

Jana Beska

ZF Group

About ZF Group

ZF is a global technology company supplying advanced mobility products and systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. Its comprehensive product range is primarily aimed at vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate as well as enhancing safe mobility. Alongside the automotive sector – passenger cars and commercial vehicles – ZF also serves market segments such as construction and agricultural machinery, wind power, marine propulsion, rail drives and test systems.

With some 161,600 employees worldwide, ZF reported sales of €41.4 billion in fiscal year 2024. The company operates 161 production locations in 30 countries.

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Friedrichshafen, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
zf.com
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