**AMDS Processing** is ArcelorMittal's business in Spain that processes carbon flat products according to customer requirements. It has plants in Navarre (Legasa) and Álava (Salvatierra\-Agurain). The main segments it serves are automotive, distribution, construction, appliances, electrical steels, and tubes. AMDS Processing is seeking a **Quality Director** for our plants in Salvatierra\-Agurain (Álava) and Legasa (Navarre). The selected candidate must have extensive experience in the steel industry, particularly in Steel Service Centers, as well as in management systems according to IATF 16949 standard. The position is based in Salvatierra\-Agurain. **Job Objectives** The selected candidate will be responsible for the following duties, reporting to the General Management: * Manage maintenance, implementation of improvements, and audits related to the IATF16949 Quality Management System. * Supervise and coordinate quality control activities, ensuring quality at all stages of the operational process (suppliers, processes, final product, etc.). * Improve operational policies and procedures and ensure their effective integration to guarantee operational excellence across all company areas. * Proactively participate in process improvement initiatives. * Manage resources and the testing laboratory. * Monitor company performance and costs of poor quality. * Manage and lead internal and external audits to assess compliance with quality standards and propose corrective actions as necessary. * Perform data analysis and prepare periodic reports on quality and operational performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement. * Lead, in close collaboration with all company departments, continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. * Act as an expert advisor to both internal teams and customers on technical matters related to products and materials. **Activities and Responsibilities** * Ensure compliance with the group's Health and Safety policies. * Guarantee that the company maintains all quality certifications with relevant external bodies. * Implement the Quality System based on group rules and local standards. * Manage the Quality System through the deployment of quality indicators, improvement plans, internal audits, organization, and reviews. * Administer cost of quality by measuring performance using KPIs. * Analyze and manage quality indicators: number of claims, volumes, performance, etc. * Ensure proper handling of quality issues from customers and suppliers (including credit and debit notes). * Investigate root causes of quality problems and implement corrective measures. * Train staff in integrated management and quality assurance systems. * Serve as liaison, advisor, and developer for site quality specialists. * Ensure the use of up-to-date measurement equipment and statistical methods. * Conduct internal process audits, finished product audits, and participate in customer audits. * Continuous quality improvement, participation in product development. **Minimum Requirements** * **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Engineering. * **Knowledge and Experience:** + Solid knowledge of steel products: metallurgy, production, steel grades (Industry and Automotive – Flat Products). + Knowledge of operations in Steel Service Centers (longitudinal and transverse cutting lines). + Familiarity with latest quality standards/systems. + Advanced proficiency in MS Office. + Demonstrable experience in continuous improvement. * **Languages:** + Advanced level of English. + Knowledge of French will be valued. * ***Soft skills:*** + Leadership. + Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability. + Proactivity. + Strategic thinking. + Excellent communication skills. + High analytical capability. **What We Offer** * Integration into a leading company in the sector, with an attractive compensation package * Company car. *ArcelorMittal takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We value candidates regardless of gender, age, racial or ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, or physical/mental disability.*