Quality Specialist (QPE)

HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA. • Flora, IL

10d • $70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier. As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performance lighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle Solutions Business Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spare parts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles. With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company is active worldwide and generated adjusted sales of
8.0 billion in the fiscal year 2025.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Engineering or a similar field preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in a Quality Specialist role or in a related field.
• Knowledge of quality assurance methodologies and ability to interpret quality standards and regulations.
• Strong understanding of ISO quality management systems.
• Effective problem-solving skills with a strong ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Adept at data analysis and interpretation of quality metrics.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in MS Office Suite and quality management software.
• Experience in conducting audits and inspections.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while ensuring high quality of work.
• Willingness to continue education and training to keep up-to-date with the latest quality standards and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credentials would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to evaluate quality performance.
• Document quality assurance activities, identifying any areas needing improvements.
• Review and analyse quality performance metrics and generate reports for management review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate the exchange of ideas and ensure that quality standards are understood and met.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
• Assess customer requirements and ensure compliance with quality and customer requirements.
• Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities related to quality issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Undertake training and development activities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of quality standards and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to team members in addressing quality-related issues.
• Assist in the management of product recalls, if necessary.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and other applicable quality-related standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and manage supplier quality performance.
• Participate in product development projects to ensure design control activities are in compliance with quality standards.

Benefits

• The further development of our employees is very important to us and opens up a wide range of opportunities for you in our company.
• Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level