Group Manager - Quality Control

Group Manager - Quality Control

Conditions

• The position can be based in Denmark or Poland.

Tasks

• Build, structure, and lead a global Quality Control function and network with clear roles and regional collaboration.
• Own and improve global QC processes, including inspections, testing, and quality verification throughout the product lifecycle.
• Handle quality escapes by performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee supplier quality, including incoming inspections, audits, performance follow-up, and corrective actions.
• Establish and facilitate global QC forums and routines to ensure transparency and systematic follow-up.
• Drive continuous improvement of QC methods, tools, and practices based on data and lessons learned.
• Ensure QC activities align with safety requirements, regulatory obligations, and customer expectations.
• Support and challenge Regional Managers to strengthen quality control execution and maturity.
• Contribute to the evolution of quality systems and standards with a focus on practical applicability.

Requirements

• Hold a relevant higher education degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• Liftra celebrates diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply regardless of gender, age, religion, or background.

Preferred

• Solid experience leading Quality Control in a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably across multiple sites or regions.
• Highly skilled in QC methodologies, inspections, testing, RCA, supplier quality, and corrective actions.
• Comfortable operating close to operations and taking ownership of quality performance end-to-end.
• Ability to build structure and alignment without losing focus on execution and results.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across regions and cultures.
• Pragmatic, improvement-driven mindset.

Benefits

• A key leadership role with clear ownership of the global Quality Control function.
• Opportunity to build and strengthen a global QC setup with real operational impact.
• An international working environment with complex technical solutions.
• A culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strong opportunities for professional and personal development.