Lead ISO 9001 Internal Auditor

Carnegie Robotics • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Carnegie Robotics is seeking an experienced, autonomous Lead ISO 9001 Internal Auditor to own and lead its Quality Management System (QMS) internal auditing program. This 20% part-time position is approximately 8 hours per week and is responsible for risk-based auditing, root cause analysis, non-conformance management, corrective actions, and readiness for external registrar audits. The auditor will work with process owners and QA leadership to evaluate organizational processes against ISO 9001 requirements and support continuous improvement and certification readiness.

The role includes designing and executing the annual audit schedule, conducting targeted audits, preparing audit documentation and reports, reviewing corrective actions, assessing suppliers as needed, and reporting trends and metrics for executive Management Review meetings. The auditor will also serve as a technical liaison and host during external registrar audits. The position offers flexible scheduling and an option for hybrid or remote work depending on audit schedule requirements.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of direct experience leading ISO 9001 internal or external quality assurance audits.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification (IRCA, Exemplar Global, or equivalent) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• Proven ability to independently design, establish, and manage an end-to-end ISO 9001 QMS audit program with complete autonomy.
• Expert-level mastery of ISO 9001 requirements, Annex SL structure, and process-approach auditing methodologies.
• Strong background in non-conformance tracking, root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys and Fishbone, and CAPA effectiveness verification.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and achieve program goals within an 8-hour weekly time commitment.
• Strong written and presentation skills to communicate audit findings constructively to process owners and executive management.
• Authorization to work for any US employer.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Experience hosting and navigating successful ISO 9001 registrar certification and surveillance audits.
• A practical, pragmatic approach to compliance that balances strict ISO 9001 adherence with operational efficiency without adding bureaucratic overhead.
• Multi-industry auditing experience spanning manufacturing, engineering, software, or technology operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, establish, and execute the annual internal audit schedule covering applicable ISO 9001 clauses and operational processes.
• Conduct targeted, risk-based internal audits of departmental workflows and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare audit plans, checklists, working papers, and formal Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Evaluate organizational processes against ISO 9001 requirements, risk-based thinking, Context of the Organization, and leadership engagement.
• Review process owners’ root cause analyses and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of proposed CAPA plans.
• Track, verify, and close corrective action plans before external registrar audits.
• Perform periodic risk-focused quality audits of key suppliers, vendors, and critical subcontractors as needed.
• Compile audit trend reports, QMS metrics, and risk evaluations for executive ISO 9001 Management Review meetings.
• Prepare the organization and QA department for ISO 9001 registrar certification, recertification, and surveillance audits.
• Serve as a technical liaison and host during external ISO 9001 registrar audits.
• Perform other QMS audit and compliance duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive part-time hourly compensation.
• Flexible work arrangement, such as one full day per week or work split across two half-days.
• Option for hybrid or remote work flexibility, depending on audit schedule requirements.
• Opportunity to drive quality strategy and continuous improvement in a high-impact ownership role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior