MS Companies · 2 weeks ago
IATF 16949 Auditor
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
10+ years expMS Companies is bridging the gap between advanced manufacturing and technology by delivering innovative workforce and operational solutions to leading manufacturers across North America. They are seeking experienced IATF 16949 Auditors to join their Manufacturing Advisory Services team as independent contractors, responsible for conducting audits and providing recommendations to improve quality management systems.
Human Resources
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct IATF 16949 internal, process, supplier, and product audits at client and supplier manufacturing facilities
Perform process audits using VDA 6.3 or equivalent methodologies
Evaluate Quality Management Systems against IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and customer-specific requirements (CSRs)
Identify nonconformities and prepare clear, objective, evidence-based audit reports
Verify corrective actions and ensure effective implementation of root cause solutions
Support organizations preparing for third-party certification, surveillance, and customer audits
Perform comprehensive gap assessments and develop prioritized action plans for compliance
Audit implementation of automotive Core Tools, including: APQP, PPAP, AIAG-VDA, FMEA, MSASPC
Provide guidance on Quality Management System improvements and process integration
Support supplier development initiatives through second-party audits and capability assessments
Collaborate with client leadership teams to drive continuous improvement and sustainable compliance
Qualification
Required
Minimum 10 years of automotive quality management experience with direct auditing responsibilities
Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor (AIAG, Exemplar Global, IATF, or equivalent)
Extensive knowledge of: IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, Customer-Specific Requirements (CSRs)
Strong working knowledge of automotive Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, AIAG-VDA, FMEA, MSASPC
Experience conducting manufacturing process audits on the production floor
Ability to prepare concise, evidence-based audit findings tied directly to applicable standard requirements
Strong problem-solving skills utilizing methodologies such as: 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone
Excellent communication and consulting skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willingness to travel to client locations throughout North America as project assignments require
Preferred
Former OEM or Tier 1 Quality Manager, Quality Systems Manager, or Senior Quality Engineer
VDA 6.3 Process Auditor Certification
Experience serving as a third-party Certification Body Auditor
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Six Sigma Black Belt, or Master Black Belt certification
Experience supporting multiple OEM customer requirements, including: General Motors, Ford, Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai-Kia
Experience leading organizations through major/minor nonconformance resolution, supplier recovery, or special status remediation
Working knowledge of additional VDA standards, including VDA 2 and VDA 6.5
Benefits
Flexible project-based consulting opportunities
Competitive compensation based on experience and assignment
Opportunity to make a measurable impact on manufacturing performance, quality systems, and operational excellence
Company
MS Companies
MS Companies is a company that solves workforce gaps .
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pete Butler
Founder, CEO & President
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