Safety & Quality Specialist

Schnellecke Logistics USA•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

Schnellecke Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Safety & Quality Specialist to support its Huntsville operations. The role supports a safe work environment, quality standards, and continuous improvement across operations. The specialist oversees and supports implementation of safety, quality, and environmental management systems and partners with Operations and leadership to promote safety, accountability, and operational excellence. Schnellecke Logistics is a global logistics service provider specializing in value-added logistics solutions for the automotive and industrial sectors. The company emphasizes operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Schnellecke Group has over 80 years of experience, is family-owned and operated by the third generation, and operates more than 70 facilities worldwide with over 2,000,000 square meters of logistics space. The company states its commitment to employee development and career growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in safety, quality, and environmental management systems.
Experience with safety and quality audits, KPI reporting, problem-solving, and corrective action processes.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
Experience with quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC, and MSA.

Responsibilities

Support implementation and maintenance of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
Monitor compliance with applicable safety and quality standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and OHSAS requirements.
Conduct internal audits, identify areas of noncompliance, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions.
Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations to identify issues and prevent recurrence.
Monitor operational processes and deliverables to identify potential safety and quality concerns.
Collect, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide recommendations for improvement.
Use statistical tools and problem-solving methodologies to support process improvement.
Coordinate environmental management activities and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
Support quality assurance initiatives, including material inspection, segregation, and disposition of nonconforming products.
Maintain accurate documentation and support document control processes.
Partner with Operations and leadership to implement continuous improvement initiatives and promote a strong safety culture.