Quality Assistant (QLAB)

HELLA Automotive Mexico S.A. de C.V.; Flora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA is seeking a Quality Assurance specialist in Flora, IL to uphold quality in services, products and operations, and to support ISO 9001 and QMS compliance across labs and production.

You will perform routine tests, prepare reports, conduct audits, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve non-conformities and implement CAPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Business or a related field.
• Experience in a lab setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and QMS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and improving quality standards across services, products and operations.
• Conduct routine testing and analysis to ensure criteria are met.
• Prepare test reports and maintain documentation.
• Support quality audits and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze quality data and generate management reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Contribute to training programs on quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain QMS documentation and accreditation records.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Quality Inspection Tools

Statistical Software

MS Office

Job description

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier.As a company of the FORVIA Group, FORVIA HELLA stands for high-performancelighting technology and vehicle electronics and, with the Lifecycle SolutionsBusiness Group, also covers a broad service and product portfolio for the spareparts and workshop business as well as for manufacturers of special vehicles.With currently around 34,000 employees at over 125 locations, the company isactive worldwide and generated adjusted sales of €8.0 billion in the fiscalyear 2025.

YOUR TASKS

• Assist in maintaining, monitoring and ensuring the highest quality in services, products and operations at QLAB.
• Participate in the development and implementation of quality standards, guidelines and procedures for business operations.
• Conduct routine testing and analysis of samples to ensure they meet the set criteria and quality standards.
• Participate in the preparation of test reports for the formulated samples and maintain respective documentation.
• Support the quality improvement process by suggesting changes and enhancements to current testing procedures and systems.
• Assist in conducting regular quality audits and inspections to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
• Assist in the analysis of quality data and generate reports for management review.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality.
• Help in managing non-conformities and quality issues by supporting the root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive measures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs to enhance employees' understanding of quality standards and protocols.
• Support the maintenance of Quality Management System (QMS) documentation like ISO certificates and other accreditation documents.
• Keep up to date with latest industry trends and advancements in quality assurance methodologies and apply these learnings to drive constant improvement in our processes.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Salary Range: $55,000-$63,000
• Bachelor's Degree in Quality, Business, or a related field preferred. Experience in a lab setting is preferred.
• Excellent understanding of quality standards like ISO 9001 and experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a quality assurance or quality control role.
• Proficiency in using quality inspection tools and equipment and a good understanding of statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team and coordinate with multiple departments effectively.
• Strong skills in documentation and record keeping.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with quality software.
• Awareness of industry-specific quality standards and regulations.
• Willingness to go through an on-the-job training and learn new quality assurance techniques and procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize them and meet deadlines.

FORVIA HELLA stands for the variety of all employees. Inclusion and diversity are firmly anchored in our company culture. We are continuously looking for new team players and welcome applications from all interested parties, regardless of their ethical and social background, age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation or identity.