Operations Quality Auditor - Remote

Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Auditor to lead and support quality systems and process audits across our operations in North and South America. ideal for a quality professional who can look beyond compliance, identify what is driving risk or performance gaps, and partner with site leadership to turn audit findings into The successful candidate will bring strong quality management system expertise, sound In addition to conducting audits, this role will serve as a trusted quality advisor by coaching teams, facilitating problem solving, strengthening audit capability, and helping our sites continuously improve the effectiveness of their Quality Management Systems. Plan, conduct, lead, and document process and Quality Management System quality standards and requirements. • Assess the effectiveness and maturity of site quality systems, identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities, and communicate findings clearly to site and Identify problematic areas of site and quality system operations and provide Monitor audit deviations and corrective actions, providing problem analysis, followup support, and escalation when necessary. • Prepare for and support third-party certification, recertification, and customer Quality Consulting & Continuous Improvement: • Serve as a reliable, candid sounding board for quality-related ideas, strategies, risks, Translate quality standards and regulatory requirements into practical, Advise leadership on quality strategy, risk management, compliance, and Quality Management System implementation and optimization. • Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes, including Proactively coach and train teams on quality challenges to support improvements in Quality KPIs and overall business performance: • Standards, Compliance & Quality Culture • Quality Management System. • evolving quality standards, auditing practices, and industry best practices. • Develop and deliver quality systems and auditor training for new auditors and other Coach and mentor site leadership, auditors, and quality colleagues to strengthen Build quality awareness and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, Continue to develop personal professional, technical, facilitation, and auditing Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience in quality management systems, auditing, and/or quality Strong knowledge of quality management systems, standards, certifications, and Experience working with international and intercultural production sites or Advanced knowledge of process management and quality methods such as APQP, VDA RGA, control plans, inspection plans, PDCA, SPC, and continuous Ability to understand specification sheets, customer requirements, technical Experience analyzing Quality KPIs, trends, recurring findings, and systemic risks. • Advanced training, facilitation, communication, and stakeholder-management Fluent English. Spanish, French, Portuguese, and/or German language skills are an Ability to maintain an enterprise-level perspective in a multi-project environment while delivering sustainable, high-quality results. • Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to approximately 40–50%. Master’s degree in a related field. • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or other relevant auditor/lead auditor certification. • Experience in automation, pneumatics, industrial technology, or a related Change management and/or project management experience. Site leaders understand both the requirement and the business impact of identified Quality systems become more consistent and effective across sites while still supporting local operational needs. • Leaders and teams increasingly view Quality as a trusted business partner and