Quality Specialist (f/m/d) 80-100% — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Schaffhausen
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Role overview
At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Quality Manager
- At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
- You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
- Your role and responsibilities
- In this role, you will support the implementation of the local quality strategy, driving a strong quality culture, continuous improvement, and sustainable problem-solving.
- for the role
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent professional experience
Main responsibilities
- Your role and responsibilities
- In this role, you will support the implementation of the local quality strategy, driving a strong quality culture, continuous improvement, and sustainable problem-solving.
- As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will ensure that all purchased materials and services meet ABB standards by qualifying suppliers, monitoring performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve world-class results. The work model for the role is: hybrid
- This role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Buildings / Supplier Business Excellence & Development in Schaffhausen. You will be mainly accountable for:
- Supplier Qualification & Audits: Qualify and approve new suppliers and conduct regular process, system, and product audits. Quality
- Requirements & FAI: Define and communicate quality requirements and lead First Article Inspections and qualification processes.
- Performance Monitoring & Improvement: Track supplier performance using KPIs (e.g., PPM, OTD) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Non-Conformance Management: Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective actions (8D/CAPA).
Key requirements
- for the role
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent professional experience
- Good knowledge of English and German (spoken and written); additional languages are a plus
- Experience in supplier quality management and supplier audits (ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, IATF 16949 or similar)
- Knowledge of APQP/PPAP and First Article Inspection (FAI)
- Strong problem-solving skills using root cause analysis methods (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa)
- Understanding of statistical quality methods (SPC, MSA, Gauge R&R)
- Knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and material/component specifications
What the company offers
- We also offer our employees the following benefits: Employee share acquisition plan (ESAP) REKA credit Employee discounts (MyDiscounts / Swibeco) Parental leave Fitness allowance Eco bonus More about us
- ABB Smart Buildings enables optimization of energy efficiency, safety, security and comfort for any building type, through new installations or retrofit solutions.
Application process
- The Division offers integrated digital technologies to control HVAC, lighting, shutters, and security, in addition to energy distribution solutions including DIN rail products, enclosures and emergency lighting through to industrial plugs and sockets and conventional wiring accessories, accommodating for single family homes, multiple dwellings, commercial buildings, infrastructure and industrial applications.
- The Division’s highly innovative technologies and digital solutions serve rising global demand among real estate developers, owners, and investors for smart building technologies that optimize energy distribution and building automation.
- The scalable solutions aim to deliver significant sustainable and financial benefits, meeting social and environmental demands, while being able to address even the most complex of customers’ carbon reduction strategies.
- The recruitment process is led by talent partner, Ece Özen.
- Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative.
- That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
- Ready to make an impact?
- today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to:
- As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will ensure that all purchased materials and services meet ABB standards by qualifying suppliers, monitoring performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve world-class results. The work model for the role is: hybrid
- This role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Buildings / Supplier Business Excellence & Development in Schaffhausen. You will be mainly accountable for:
- Supplier Qualification & Audits: Qualify and approve new suppliers and conduct regular process, system, and product audits. Qualifications for the role
- We also offer our employees the following benefits: Employee share acquisition plan (ESAP) Employee discounts (MyDiscounts / Swibeco)
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- Quality Manager
- As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will ensure that all purchased materials and services meet ABB standards by qualifying suppliers, monitoring performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve world-class results.
- The work model for the role is: hybrid
- This role is contributing to the Electrification, Smart Buildings / Supplier Business Excellence & Development in Schaffhausen.
- You will be mainly accountable for:
- Supplier Qualification & Audits: Qualify and approve new suppliers and conduct regular process, system, and product audits.
- Qualifications for the role
- We also offer our employees the following benefits:
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 60'000 - 102'000 gross per year for this position in Schaffhausen. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Schaffhausen?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Schaffhausen can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Schaffhausen's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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