Festo inspires people and organizations around the world with innovative solutions for industrial automation. We are an independent family business and offer more than 20,000 employees the opportunity to take bold steps, realize their ideas, and take on responsibility. As a team, we grow by tackling challenges together and we welcome everyone who wants to move the world with us.
Quality System Consultant / Auditor
14532
Mason
Permanent
Full Time
Quality Management
Festo Corporation
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Position Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Consulting & Advisory
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
Audit & Assessment
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
Compliance & Standards
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
Training & Development
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.
Required Qualifications
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%)
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Benefits:
Festo Corporation offers a robust benefits package, which is designed to help employees and their dependents stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. This is just one way we strive to provide employees with a rewarding workplace. As an effort to keep pace with healthcare trends, Festo Corporation is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to its employees which includes...Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Programs, Short-term and Long-term disability, 401k, Pet Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid time off, Educational assistance and many more.
Festo is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the best way to attract and retain a diverse workforce is to encourage a culture of inclusion within our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Your global benefits at a glance:
Diverse opportunities for your development
A strong team by your side
Freedom to drive your ideas forward
Develop innovative solutions with real impact
Be part of a global network – in a family-owned company
Attractive compensation and additional benefits
