Quality System Consultant / Auditor

Festo

Maineville (OH)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Festo Corporation seeks an experienced Quality System Consultant/Auditor to lead quality management initiatives across North and South America. You will advise leadership on quality strategy and regulatory requirements while driving improvements and CAPA processes.

The role requires expertise in ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and related standards, plus capability to train teams and support third-party audits. Travel up to 40–50% is expected.

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 audits (ISO 19011, ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, ISO13485).
Experience with international and intercultural production sites/organizations.
Knowledge of APQP, VDA RGA, control plan, inspection plan, PDCA, SPC, CIP, etc.

Responsibilities

Consulting & advisory: provide guidance on QMS implementation and optimization.
Audit & assessment: plan, conduct and lead audits across locations; evaluate ISO compliance.
Compliance & standards: monitor global standards and support certifications.
Training & development: develop and deliver quality systems training; mentor leadership.
Travel up to 40–50% internationally.

Skills

Quality management

Auditing

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Regulatory compliance

ISO 9001

ISO 13485

VDA 6.3

APQP

PDCA

8D problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering / Quality management

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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

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.

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