ph3About Ariston Group and our presence in Marcheregion.
/h3 /brpAriston Group is a global leader in sustainable climate and water comfort.
Founded in Fabriano in ****, the Groupmaintainsdeep industrial roots in the Marche region.
Today, Marche hosts five production sites and a network of Research Development centers, bringing together long-standing manufacturingexpertiseand new capabilities.
The regional footprint includes sites in Cerreto, Genga,Arcevia,OsimoandAlbacina.
/p /brpIn ****, the Group further strengthened this presence by opening its first electronics factory inArcevia, supporting the in-house production of electronic boards and the development of increasingly connected,electrifiedand technologically advanced solutions.
The Group is also investing in the newAlbacinafactory for next-generation electric water heaters, designed around advanced production technologies, World Class Manufacturing principles and an intelligent digital ecosystem, with full operation expected by the end of ****.
/p /brpThis integrated industrial ecosystem is central to Ariston Group's ability to deliver innovation, quality, flexibility, customerserviceand operational excellence.
To support our businessobjectivesand the continued transformation of manufacturing in Marche, we are looking for quality leaders who combine rigorous standards with a forward-looking approach to customers, production,technologyand continuous improvement.
/p /brpReporting hierarchically to the Plant Director and functionally to the Quality Assurance Director, the Plant Quality Control Manager is accountable for the effectiveness, development, monitoring and continuous improvement of the plant quality management system.
The role safeguards product and process conformity throughout the manufacturing flow and drives action to improve customer satisfaction and quality performance.
/p /brpThe Plant Quality Manager leads the plant quality team and works closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, HSE, Logistics, Procurement, RD and Group Quality.
The role combines rigorous quality governance with hands-on support to operations, ensuring that new products, engineering changes, new technologies and footprint transitions are introduced with robust controls, validated processes and stable performance.
/p /brh3Key responsibilities /h3 /brh3Quality management system and governance /h3 /brul /brliEnsure the proper functioning, development,monitoringand continuous improvement of the plant quality management system in line with Group standards and applicable requirements.
/li /brliPlan and coordinate management reviews, internal and process audits, and external certification or product-compliance audits, ensuringtimelyclosure and verified effectiveness of actions.
/li /brliMaintain quality procedures, control plans, standards and records, ensuring clear ownership, documentcontroland consistent shop-floor application.
/li /brliReport transparently on quality performance, risks,prioritiesand resource needs.
/li /brliManagement and supervision of the company's quality procedures,



standards and specifications: ISO **** /li /br /ul /brh3Product and process quality /h3 /brul /brliSupervise quality from incoming inspection through manufacturing, finalinspectionand product release.
/li /brliEnsure effective controls, statistical processcontroland product testing, using capability and trend analysis to prevent defects.
/li /brliMonitor scrap, rework, first-pass yield, defects and non-conformities, leading root-causeanalysisand sustainable corrective actions.
/li /brliManage non-conforming, on-hold and quarantined products, ensuring traceability, riskassessmentand timely disposition.
/li /brliSupervise internal process conformity and reinforce process discipline.
/li /br /ul /brh3Customer and supplier quality /h3 /brul /brliSupport Quality Assurance in managing plant-related customer claims, ensuring rapid containment, fact-based analysis, correctiveactionand lessons learned.
/li /brliWork with suppliers and Procurement to review quality performance,agreeimprovementplansand verify effectiveness.
/li /brliTranslate customer feedback, auditfindingsand field-quality insights into preventive action.
/li /brliPromote a customer-focused mindset across the plant.
/li /br /ul /brh3New products, engineeringchangesand footprint evolution /h3 /brul /brliLead the quality workstream for New Product Introduction and Engineering Change Requests.
/li /brliDefine and execute validation plans for new or transferred equipment, processes,toolingand products, including pre-series controls.
/li /brliLead/support quality preventive activities such as DFMEA/ PFMEA in collaboration with RD, quality control plan in collaboration with Quality assurance, supply QCP in collaboration with SQA, QA network in collaboration with Production manager /li /brliSupportnew technologiesand footprint transitions,identifyingrisksearlyand assuring stable quality during transfer and ramp-up.
/li /brliPartner with RD, Industrial Engineering and Production to designquality intoprocesses.
/li /br /ul /brh3Continuous improvement and WCM /h3 /brul /brliLead the Quality Control pillar within the World Class Manufacturingplantorganization.
/li /brliDrive advanced problem solving, quality matrices, process audits, statisticalmethodsand preventive quality techniques.
/li /brliCoordinate plant quality meetings and disciplined review of KPIs, abnormalities and actions.
/li /brliUse data and digital tools to improve visibility,traceabilityand early-warningcapability.
/li /brliShare standards and best practices across the Marche sites and Group Quality communities.




/li /br /ul /brh3People leadership and quality culture /h3 /brul /brliLead,coachand develop the plant quality team, ensuring clear roles,prioritiesand accountability.
/li /brliBuild quality capability across Production and other functions through training and coaching.
/li /brliPromote a preventive and proactive culture in which deviations are surfaced early and facts guide decisions.
/li /brliAct as a credible quality partner to the Plant Director and production leadership, constructively challenging decisions when risks require action.
/li /br /ul /brh3Experience and qualifications /h3 /brul /brliMaster's degree in Engineeringor a comparable technical discipline.
/li /brliAt least 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in plant quality, manufacturingqualityor a similar industrial role.
/li /brliSolid knowledge of quality management systems, manufacturing quality processes,quality-controlmethods, statistical processcontroland product testing.
/li /brliAdvanced capability in structured problem solving, root-cause analysis,correctiveand preventive action,PFMEAand process capability.
/li /brliKnowledge of Total Quality Management and Six Sigma; Black Belt-level competence is an advantage.
/li /brliExperience with World Class Manufacturing, including the Quality Control pillar, is an advantage.
/li /brliKnowledge of metal stamping, welding, enameling, painting, polyurethane injection,assemblyor automation is an advantage.
/li /brliBasic knowledge of mechanical, electrical,electronicand software-related product and process considerations.
/li /brliGood understanding of health,safetyand environmental principles applied to production.
/li /brliFluency in Italian and professionalproficiencyin English.
/li /br /ul /brh3Leadership profile /h3 /brul /brliCustomer-focused and uncompromising on product and process integrity, whileremainingpragmatic and close to operations.
/li /brliPreventive and data-driven, able to move the organization from containment toward stable process control.
/li /brliAnalytical and structured, able to turn complex findings into sustainable countermeasures.
/li /brliCredible and constructive in challenging decisions, escalatingrisksand influencing leaders.
/li /brliA people-focused leader who develops technical capability and cross-functional accountability.
/li /brliOrganized and resilient in managing audits, claims,changesand deadlines.
/li /brliCurious aboutnew technologies, digital qualitytoolsand continuous improvement, with an entrepreneurial mindset.
/li /br /ul /brpThe compensation package will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender?neutral criteria.
We believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.As a reference, for such position we offer a salary ranging between ****** € and ****** €.
You will also be part of the Ariston Group short-term incentive program.
This position is covered by the CCNL Metalmeccanici Industria.
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📌 Plant Quality Control Manager (Riano)
🏢 Ariston Group
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