ESS - European Spallation Source
Lund, Sweden
The Quality Division at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Quality Control Officer.
Description of directorate/division
The Quality Division is responsible for the development and implementation of a Quality Management System at ESS. You will join the Quality Control group within the Quality Division. The Quality Division is in an evolving startup phase. It will act as a support function to the projects during design, construction, commissioning and operation of the ESS facility. The Quality Control Officer will report to the Head of Quality Division.
Description of main responsibilities
The main responsibilities for the Quality Control Officer will initially be to coordinate and support the different project´s quality control activities during the buildup of ESS. Gradually the tasks will transfer to more traditional operational Quality Control activities with particular emphasis on:
- Responsible for Quality Control review, inspections and records;
- Maintain the QC-manual, procedures and guidelines;
- Provide regulatory and technical advice to the projects and ESS organization;
- Coordinate inspections from Accredited Inspection Bodies;
- Review and approve the overall Quality Control Plans for the projects;
- Organize and maintain a document management system for QC records;
- Support and manage in-kind contributors QC routines;
- Participate in review board meetings to resolve non-conformance areas;
- Participate in internal/external audits with a QC perspective;
- Support the purchase department in QC related issues such as sub-supplier visits;
- Perform QC Inspections on project deliveries.
The successful applicant will assist in, and be partly responsible for, developing the Quality Control routines and processes at ESS in cooperation with the Head of Quality Division.
Qualifications
To be successful in this position we believe you have a Master in relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent, and at least eight years of work experience in the field of Quality Control. You have a well-developed ability to listen, consult others and to communicate proactively with a high level of integrity. Building wide and effective networks of contacts both inside and outside the organization comes naturally to you. You structure information to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience and writes in a well-structured and logical way. Your focus is on customer needs and satisfaction and you monitor and maintain a high level of quality and productivity in your deliveries. Excellent oral and written English skills and a well-developed ability for both collaborative and independent work are expected.
We truly believe that to enjoy and perform well in this position, you consider these following competencies as a significant part of your character:
- Well organized and structured;
- High sense for detail and order;
- Good communicator and team worker;
- Computer literate and proficient user of MS Office.
If you have experience of working in a highly regulated business/organization such as nuclear industry, life science, oil&gas or to ESS related research facilities such as accelerators or neutron sources it is a major advantage.
You enjoy the challenge of building a world-class science facility by working and collaborating with an experienced team from many different countries and cultures. Our work environment is characterized by fast growth, high rate of work, and an international atmosphere with highly academic personnel. You must enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. Our work environment is exciting and forward thinking and relies heavily on personal initiative.
The position is permanent with a six months probation time. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.
What ESS can offer
At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world.
Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and covering letter in English by clicking on "apply" and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.
The deadline for applications is 27 February, 2015. For further information regarding the position, please contact Patrik Carlsson, patrik.carlsson[at]esss.se and for information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Jessica Kvarnhammar, jessica.kvarnhammar[at]esss.se.
We look forward to receiving your application.