SGS · 3 months ago
Lead Certification Auditor (IATF, ISO 16949) - Contract Opportunity
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior LevelSGS is the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, recognized for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and integrity. The Lead Certification Auditor will perform third-party audits according to SGS Certification procedures and IATF 16949 standards, making decisions on the audit process and providing recommendations for certification. This role involves leading audit teams, maintaining audit credentials, and assisting in training other auditors.
OutsourcingSkill AssessmentTest and Measurement
Responsibilities
Perform audits in any capacity in conformance with SGS Global/Local procedures, sector specific schemes and IATF 16949
Assimilate, understand, and operate the SGS Certification Management System in all activities relating to the post, and to liaise with the Product Managers and Accreditation Manager regarding any changes to its design and implementation
Control as necessary, teams of auditors during the activities covered by items above
Decide upon evidence gained during audits whether or not registration should be recommended or allowed to continue
Strive to acquire sufficient audit experience to cover the whole of SGS’s Certification's accredited activities
Assist in the training of other auditors and lead auditors during planned audits or during other training functions
Participate actively in witness audits by SGS or accreditation bodies
Maintain all audit credentials
Undertake any other activities as directed by the Operations and/or Accreditation Manager
Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Possible assignments against other standards (e.g. ISO 9001:2015)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant discipline, or similar
Qualified Lead Auditor Accredited scheme against IATF 16949
Satisfactorily completion of an approved IATF 16949 Auditor/Lead Auditor course. The course must include an examination, which must be passed to evidence satisfactory completion. It would be a plus to have completed similar training for ISO 9001
Experience in the automotive sector is required
Possess competent working knowledge of recognized quality, security, service management and business continuity related ISO standards
Strong background and knowledge of technical applications of the standards
Language Skills: Highest advanced level of English
Mathematical Skills: Basic level
Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level
Excellent communication and interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills
Leadership abilities – ability to Lead a team to achieve a set up goal or complete an audit on time and according to standards
Proactive attitude and excellent organizational skills
Effectively reacts in stressful situations and make clear, well-founded decisions regarding conformity during the audit
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects while delivering results on time
Act with integrity, tact, and character
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Intermediate user proficiency
Travels up to 80% of the time - automobile / airplane, some travel might be international with flight time 8+ hours depending on the destination. Weekend travel may be necessary to meet utilization requirements
Company
SGS
SGS is the inspection, verification, testing and certification company.
Founded in 1878
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
David Schramm
Operations Manager
Janet Vergis
Board Director
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