SQA Leader

Lear For You

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Lear’s diverse team of talented employees in 38 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world. Further information about Lear is available at lear.com or on Twitter @LearCorporation.

Job Description

We are looking for a person to lead the SQA function in a dynamic ramp-up environment at our JIT/JIS Complete Seat Assembly Plant in Plavecký Štvrtok. Reporting directly to the Plant Quality Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving supplier performance and quality excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the SQA team, distributing tasks and setting priorities
• Monitor supplier performance and manage the complaint and corrective action process
• Oversee incoming material release and inspection systems (PPAP, serial production)
• Conduct supplier audits if needed and drive improvements in quality and delivery reliability
• Collaborate cross-functionally on new product launches and process documentation
• Handle customer complaints and ensure compliance with internal quality standards

Requirements

• Leadership experience in supplier quality role within the manufacturing environment
• Background in automotive industry, especially JIT will be a huge asset
• Proficiency in English and Slovak, spoken and written; German is an advantage
• Willingness to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of quality core tools: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC and problem solving tools
• Experience with greenfield/ramp-up projects is an advantage

We offer

• Flexible working hours
• 13th salary
• In-house cafeteria / subsidized meals
• Transportation allowance
• Bonuses for anniversaries, weddings, and childbirth
• Voluntary pension savings – 3rd pillar
• MultiSport card
• Free coffee, tea, and electrolyte drinks at the workplace
• Employee training and development
• Stable job with long-term prospects

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.