SQA Manager (47710)

SQA Manager

Company Overview:

The Agfa-Gevaert Group develops, produces and distributes an extensive range of imaging systems and IT solutions, mainly for the printing industry and the healthcare sector, as well as for specific industrial applications.

Agfa Inkjet Solutions, a division of the Agfa-Gevaert Group, specializes in innovative inkjet printing technologies for a wide range of industries, including commercial printing, packaging, textiles, and industrial applications. The company offers high-quality digital printing systems, including hardware, ink, printheads, and software, designed to deliver precise, vibrant results across various materials. Agfa emphasizes sustainability with eco-friendly ink formulations and efficient, cost-effective solutions. With a strong focus on research and development, Agfa Inkjet Solutions continues to lead in advancing printing technology, providing businesses globally with cutting-edge, environmentally conscious printing systems.

Position Overview / Summary:

As SQA Manager you will get assigned by the Group Manager to manage the verification of a running project.

Managing the verification of a project is meant managing the prototype building, the prototype startup and finally the verifications of the prototype versus the functional requirements.

Typically for OEM or third party developed equipment the definition of a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) is generated out of the functional requirements. The SQA Manager is responsible for providing this to the design partner and ensuring these tests are understood by the design partner and executed according to expectations.

Being an experienced engineer there is a clear individual contribution of the manager to also execute the verification, and while doing so make a clear report on the non-compliance if this is the case. Design suggestions towards a possible solution are expected, this should then be based on an in-depth analysis of the malfunction.

The verification report deliverable is key in the stage gate process determining the status towards release (or not) of the product.

Location:

• Mortsel, Belgium

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Ownership of all assigned project deliverables: verification reporting, prototype build and startup.
• Collaboration with internal and external (international) design departments in a constructive, but corrective way, by reporting non-compliances versus the functional requirements
• Management of the assigned project deliverables (e.g. planning according to priorities and agreed timings), and reporting this to the Project Manager.
• Cross departmental alignment with Service and Operations while analyzing escalated issues. Taking full responsibility of these escalated issues towards a resolution or redirection to the design teams, and consecutive follow up.
• Investigating and understanding what the market/competitors are doing to be able to give guidance to the design teams for further improvements (business as well as technology)
• Analyse possible non-compliances and suggest possible solutions to the design teams
• Efficient analysis and mitigation of the escalated field and production problems reflects to the expected quality standards of the product. It is therefore crucial that these problems are resolved within an acceptable time frame.
• Be the first point of contact for Operations and Service to R&D, support these departments in problem solving

Who You Are (Qualifications):

• Bachelor or Master degree in Electronics/Electrical/(Electro)mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in a similar technical verification or validation role
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Inkjet product line is a benefit
• Exceptional research and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Able to work both individually and as part of a team
• Since the interaction in an international environment with other departments and customers is part of this function, well developed people skills and clear communication are required to be successful.
• Willingness to travel worldwide few times a year

(Agfa) Our Values:

Own It (I do what I say, full accountability for results, finding solutions and Practice ethical and safe behaviors)

Play as One (Collaborate for a common goal, diverse perspectives. Listen and communicate with respect, support decision for teams’ benefits)

Move Forward (Embrace change, explore opportunities to innovate, feedback and improve performance, Proactive steps to resolve issues and continuous progress).

Drive Value (Bold choices to maximize value creation, customer deliver exceptional value, add value to all stakeholders, use data to generate crucial insights and outcomes).

What we offer now and in the future:

• Dynamic global organization with a history of innovation and strong product portfolio.
• Challenging environment combined with a supportive management structure.
• Career development and growth.
• Competitive salary and benefit package.
• Friendly work environment surrounded by dedicated and professional colleagues.

Diversity and Inclusion:

At Agfa, our mission at Agfa is to ensure that everyone belongs. We believe that diversity and inclusion of others promotes a greater feeling of belonging and higher levels of engagement. We know that if we work together, we can do amazing things, and that our differences are what make our company, products, and services great.