Sr. Quality Specialist (QHSE)

CEVA Logistics; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Senior QHSE Specialist to oversee Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment initiatives across operations in Chicago. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in QHSE within logistics and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include compliance with QHSE management systems, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement. The company offers competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in QHSE roles within logistics or warehousing.
• ISO 9001 Lead or Internal Auditor certification.
• Hands-on experience implementing QHSE Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and support QHSE objectives across assigned operations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and QHSE systems.
• Conduct and support internal audits and track corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Compliance

QHSE

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Role can be based out of Houston/Dallas, TX or Chicago, IL

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $112,000.00

Your Role

The Senior QHSE Specialist is responsible for supporting and deploying Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) objectives across assigned NORTAM warehouse and logistics operations. The Senior QHSE Specialist ensures all locations operate in compliance with customer, legal, regulatory, and CEVA Global/NORTAM QHSE Management Systems, while standardizing processes that drive safety, reliability, efficiency, and operational excellence.

What are you going to do?

• Deploy and support QHSE objectives, targets, and key performance indicators across assigned multi-site operations.
• Partner with Operations leadership to identify risks, eliminate waste, standardize processes, and improve safety and quality performance.
• Support Business Development by reviewing RFIs, RFPs, and SOWs to assess QHSE risks and develop compliant, cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, legal and regulatory standards, and CEVA Global QHSE Management Systems.
• Lead or support Customer Complaints, Claims, and CAPA activities to ensure timely resolution and root-cause elimination.
• Conduct and support internal audits (ISO, customer, and regulatory) and track corrective actions through closure.
• Develop and maintain methods to measure, monitor, and report QHSE performance, compliance, and system effectiveness.
• Provide technical guidance on ISO standards, regulatory requirements, and QHSE best practices to operational teams.
• Participate in management reviews, risk assessments, Kaizen/Lean events, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of QHSE Management Systems at site, regional, and country levels.
• Support global quality and healthcare compliance programs, including ISO 9001/13485, GDP, and related certifications.
• Manage quality tools, support system validations where applicable, and maintain project plans for start-ups and operational improvements.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Compliance, or QHSE roles within logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution environments.
• ISO 9001 Lead or Internal Auditor certification.
• Hands-on experience implementing and maintaining QHSE Management Systems.
• Working knowledge of international standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GDP, etc.).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong skills in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Minimum 2 years applying continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, DMAIC, 5-Why, RCA, JIT, Poka-Yoke).
• Proven experience managing projects and change initiatives across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional auditor certifications (ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, AS9100/9120, TS16949).
• Experience with FDA, GMP, GFSI, GDP, or computer system validation environments.
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• IATA Dangerous Goods or HazMat certification.
• Background supporting healthcare, aerospace, or regulated supply chain operations.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proactive, innovative approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines across multiple locations.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and skilled in change management and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates strong business acumen and operational understanding.

Competencies & Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Proactive, innovative approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines across multiple locations.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and skilled in change management and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates strong business acumen and operational understanding.

What we have to offer

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car, and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

About Tomorrow

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

continue within QHSE, expand into operations, or explore new functional opportunities across the organization.

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