Quality Specialist

LeoForce; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Owned

Health Insurance

Job summary

LeoForce in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Permanent Quality Specialist to uphold the highest quality standards in manufacturing. You will implement QA systems, perform audits, and drive improvement to ensure products meet customer expectations.

You\'ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, train staff, and maintain thorough documentation while coordinating with suppliers to ensure material quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Quality Assurance or Quality Management Systems in manufacturing.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of QA principles, methods, and techniques.
• Proficiency with quality management software and tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.
• Certification in Quality Management or Quality Assurance is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing quality control systems and measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conducting regular audits and inspections to identify potential quality issues and areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues promptly and effectively.
• Training and guiding team members on quality assurance procedures and best practices.
• Analyzing quality data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensuring all documentation related to quality control and assurance is accurate and up-to-date.
• Participating in the review and revision of standard operating procedures to ensure quality standards are met consistently.
• Coordinating with vendors and suppliers to ensure the quality of raw materials and components.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our quality management systems.

Skills

Quality assurance

Analytical skills

Documentation

Audits & inspections

Cross-functional teamwork

Training & mentoring

Continuous improvement

Vendor coordination

Problem solving

Quality data analysis

Education

Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

Quality management software

Job description

Quality Specialist

Bedford Park,IL, US

Job Description

Experience: Entry Level
Salary: $21 - $27 per hour
Job Details
Are you passionate about maintaining and improving quality standards in the manufacturing industry? We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Permanent Quality Specialist to join our dynamic team. You will play a critical role in ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards, directly impacting our company's reputation and our customers' satisfaction. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a fast-paced, innovative environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• 1. Developing and implementing quality control systems and measures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• 2. Conducting regular audits and inspections to identify potential quality issues and areas for improvement.
• 3. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues promptly and effectively.
• 4. Training and guiding team members on quality assurance procedures and best practices.
• 5. Analyzing quality data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• 6. Ensuring all documentation related to quality control and assurance is accurate and up-to-date.
• 7. Participating in the review and revision of standard operating procedures to ensure quality standards are met consistently.
• 8. Coordinating with vendors and suppliers to ensure the quality of raw materials and components.
• 9. Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our quality management systems.

Qualifications

• 1. A minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Management Systems in the manufacturing industry.
• 2. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 3. Strong knowledge and understanding of quality assurance principles, methods, and techniques.
• 4. Proficiency in using quality management software and tools.
• 5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• 6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• 7. A proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.
• 8. Certification in Quality Management or Quality Assurance is a plus.
• 9. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining high quality standards.
• 10. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement, with a passion for quality and excellence.

Join us and contribute to shaping the future of the manufacturing industry by ensuring the highest quality standards in everything we do!

A bit about us:

We are a large national manufacturing group and we are employee owned!

Why join us?

• 401k
• Employee Owned
• Health Insurance

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