d) at Stanley Black & Decker

Idstein, Hesse, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Successfully completed technical degree, e.g., in mechanical engineering, mechatronics or equivalent
Experience in quality assurance, quality planning, quality management and/or Six Sigma
Basic knowledge of statistics and data analysis
Ideally experience with database systems (e.g., SQL)
Very good German and English skills (technical English) in spoken and written form
Confident handling of MS Office, especially Excel
Creativity, curiosity, and a knack for clever technical solutions
Pronounced team skills and high flexibility (e.g., user research, on-site support in various development phases)
High performance orientation and love for detail, even when managing multiple projects
Independent, effective way of working and ability to maintain good relationships with internal and external teams/customers worldwide
Motivation to make established processes more efficient and openness to new approaches

Responsibilities

Responsibility for product quality: Define and track binding CTQ metrics to ensure successful product introduction according to warranty and product lifecycle specifications
Customer focus: Represent the voice of the customer in all quality-relevant product development activities – from responding to market complaints, market observation, to relaying requirements to development teams and creating appropriate test sequences (with growing focus on electrical systems)
Project management: Manage project and milestone documentation such as test plans, status reports, FRACAS, and moderate FMEAs
Innovative test environments: Support test and project teams in building new test environments for later product qualification
Data analysis & optimization: Evaluate product tests and repair data using statistical methods (Six Sigma, Weibull, DoE etc.) and identify targeted optimization potentials
Device analyses & troubleshooting: Plan and conduct device analyses, support root cause analysis, and define corrective actions
Safety reviews: Lead safety reviews as part of the milestone process
Quality assurance in series production: Develop test plans together with resident and productivity teams to continuously secure product quality in series manufacturing

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Six SigmaFMEAFRACASWeibullDoESQLStatisticsData AnalysisQuality AssuranceTest PlanningProject Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this position?

The position is based in Idstein, Hessen.

What are the required qualifications and skills for this role?

Candidates need a successfully completed technical degree in fields like mechanical engineering or mechatronics, experience in quality assurance, quality planning, quality management, and/or Six Sigma, basic knowledge in statistics and data analysis, ideally experience with database systems like SQL, very good German and English skills, and proficiency in MS Office especially Excel. Soft skills include creativity, curiosity, strong team ability, flexibility, high performance orientation, attention to detail, independent working style, and motivation to improve processes.

Is remote work possible for this role?

Yes, there is the possibility for mobile working.

What benefits does Stanley Black & Decker offer?

Benefits include an attractive compensation package, fully employer-financed company pension, group accident insurance for private and professional situations, employee discounts on all brands, and Corporate Benefits like discounts on museums, theaters, festivals, products, and conferences.

What makes a strong candidate for this Reliability Engineer position?

A strong candidate has a technical degree, hands-on experience in quality management and Six Sigma, statistical analysis skills, and demonstrates creativity, team collaboration, flexibility, and a proactive approach to process improvements.