Lead Auditor

Job Summary:

The Lead Auditor plays a critical role in the certification of clients across multiple industries. Key aspects include utilizing systems engineering knowledge, lead auditor training, and industry experience to provide value-added audits as part of the certification process. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    Plan, lead, and execute 3rd party audits in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 requirements and organizational objectives.
•    Assess the effectiveness of quality management systems, identifying nonconformities, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
•    Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans, and present them to management and stakeholders.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, engineering, supply chain) to ensure audit findings are addressed and implemented effectively.
•    Provide technical expertise in systems engineering to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes during audits, ensuring alignment with ISO standards.
•    Train and mentor junior auditors and staff on ISO certification requirements, audit techniques, and best practices in quality management.
•    Monitor and verify the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) post-audit.
•    Stay current on updates to ISO standards updates, and manufacturing industry regulations to ensure compliance and relevance in audit practices.
•    Support the development and maintenance of the organization’s management system documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and process maps.
•    Contribute to risk management initiatives by identifying process inefficiencies and potential quality risks during audits.

Supervisory Responsibilities

•    May be asked to supervise employees within the business unit

Skills

The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.

•    Proven ability to lead audits, manage audit teams, and engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to identifying root causes and solutions.
•    Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, for preparing reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
•    Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit schedules in a fast-paced environment

Competencies

The requirements listed below are competencies required to perform the job successfully.

•    In-depth knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 requirements and including compliance knowledge to environmental and health & safety regulations
•    Strong understanding of system engineering principles, including process design, workflow analysis, and operational efficiency.
•    Proficiency in quality management software and tools (e.g., Minitab, QMS platforms).
•    Familiarity with industry regulations and customer-specific requirements
•    Familiarity with environmental, and health & safety management software and tools (e.g., Minitab, QMS platforms, SafetyCulture)
•    Knowledge of Bureau Veritas global network and related certification activities

Education, Certifications, and Experience (required)

•    Education: High School Diploma 
•    Experience:
•    Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on manufacturing processes, process optimization, or production systems.
•    Minimum 5 years of experience managing environmental and health & safety systems. 
•    Minimum 3 years of experience as an auditor, with demonstrated expertise in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001 auditing.
•    Ability to achieve IATF 16949 third-party auditor qualification
•    Certifications:
•    ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course certification (required).
•    Lead Auditor approval from accredited third-party certification body
•    Additional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing) are a plus.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    Work from Home – Remote 

Travel Requirements

•    Area of Travel: North America
•    Nature of Travel: Perform audits at client locations
•    Frequency of Travel: As needed