Lead Certification Auditor (IATF, ISO 16949) - Contract Opportunity

SGS

97d

About The Position

As the Lead IATF Certification Auditor, you will perform third-party audits per SGS Certification procedures and the requirements for the IATF 16949 standard. They are responsible to make relevant decisions concerning the audit process and to inform SGS SSC as required to resolve issues outside the audit process. The Lead Auditor is responsible to collect and analyze sufficient information to provide a recommendation for certification. They have the authority for the control and performance of auditing activities including planning and the control of other members of audit teams. This is a 100% Remote Contract Position.

Requirements

• 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.
• Experience in the automotive sector is required.
• Possess competent working knowledge of recognized quality, security, service management and business continuity related ISO standards.

Nice To Haves

• Completed similar training for ISO 9001.

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.
• Liaise with the Product Managers and Accreditation Manager regarding any changes to the design and implementation of the SGS Certification Management System.
• Control teams of auditors during the audit activities.
• 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 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.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Possible assignments against other standards (e.g. ISO 9001:2015).

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees