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As a Production Engineer you will lead the engineering and quality agenda with the overall goal to improve the customer satisfaction. As part of the business team, you will work together with the suppliers to develop and secure the production process, handling of quality deviations and secure compliance to all IKEA requirements.
Job Responsibility
Secure Quality Assurance, including supporting implementation of process control for key production processes
Perform product audits and production risk assessments at suppliers
Lead the running range at suppliers to secure full compliance with IKEA requirements
Lead supplier development for quality and manufacturing, including identifying and implementing improvement actions
Execute Supplier Development Process projects
Lead product deviation processes, ensuring root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Secure implementation of new and updated requirements
Secure final inspections and provide regular feedback to suppliers regarding quality performance
Contribute to development projects with a technical perspective
Work closely with suppliers to ensure product launches are delivered on time
Contribute to product development with customer needs in focus
Act as an IKEA ambassador in all situations
Requirements
Engineering/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical background in horticulture
Very good knowledge of horticultural product requirements, standards, and test methods
Understanding of customer needs and expectations
Experience in horticultural production technologies
Good communication skills
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Strong analytical and structured mindset with a focus on processes and continuous improvement
Proven ability to lead projects, make decisions, and solve problems holistically
Results-driven and self-motivated, with strong prioritization skills
Customer- and business-focused approach, balancing quality and cost