Quality System Consultant / Auditor

Festo SE & Co. KG•Hamilton Township, OH

7d•Remote

About The Position

Festo is seeking an experienced Quality System Consultant / Auditor to lead and support quality management initiatives across our operations located in North and South America. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement methodologies. The candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to facility leadership by proactively identifying key challenges related to Quality compliance and translating them into actionable business improvements and solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality management, or related field
5+ years of experience in quality management systems auditing and consulting
Advanced knowledge in the preparation, execution and documentation of process and system audits (ISO 19011, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, ISO13485). Knowledge of additional standards is helpful.
Strong knowledge of quality management standards and methodologies. Experience in translating standard requirements into understandable systems and solutions.
Experience in working with international and intercultural production sites/organizations
Advanced knowledge of process management, quality management systems, standards and certifications and methods (APQP, VDA RGA, control plan, inspection plan, PDCA, SPC, CIP ...), multi-project management and fundamentals of economics
Knowledge of problem solving (corrective and preventive action, 8D, 5 Why, A3 report, Ishikawa, ...) with a high level of attention to detail
Knowledge in understanding specification sheets, customer requirements, technical drawings, measurements (e.g.: 3D, accuracy of measuring equipment (e.g.: VDA 5, MSA) and GPS (geometric product specifications)
Experience in analyzing KPIs and trends
Advanced training and facilitation skills
Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English; additional languages (Spanish, French, Portuguese and/or German) are an advantage
Value-oriented, collaborative and solution-oriented way of working.
Ability to maintain an overview in a multi-project environment and deliver sustainable, high-quality work results.
Willingness to travel internationally (up to 40-50%)
The candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and available to travel internationally. There is no visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience with automation, pneumatics, or industrial technology sectors
Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
Change management experience and/or project management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a reliable, candid sounding board for ideas, strategies, and decisions.
Provide expert guidance on quality management system implementation and optimization management
Advise leadership on quality strategy, risk management, and regulatory requirements
Consult and proactively provide training on quality challenges that arise (e.g. complex problem solving) in order to drive Quality KPI performance improvements.
Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes
Plan, conduct, and lead process and Quality Management System audits across multiple locations
Evaluate evidence-based compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and other relevant quality standards
Assess effectiveness of quality management systems and identify areas for improvement
Identify problematic areas of site and quality system operations and assist during and following the audit with assistance, suggestions, and recommendations to achieve the desired level of improvement
Document, analyze, and communicate audit results and strategic implications for Festo
Monitor audit deviations and provide support, problem analysis, and escalation as necessary
Prepare, organize and support third party and customer audits
Monitor compliance to global standards by validating the effectiveness of Festo's Quality Management System.
Support certification and recertification processes
Maintain knowledge of best practices in quality management
Develop and deliver quality systems training programs for new auditors or other relevant team members
Coach and mentor site leadership and relevant colleagues
Build quality awareness and culture across the organization
Continue to develop and expand own personal skills, specific professional and technical expertise and technical auditing knowledge
Perform other related duties as expected.