Forgings Auditor - Independent Contractor

About the role

This Forgings Auditor position is an excellent opportunity for recent retirees or consultants with experience in the forgings disciplines of open die, closed die, ring rolling, isothermal, hammer, press, extrusion, heat treating equipment, and associated controls. Auditors enjoy traveling domestically and/or internationally, a flexible schedule (some perform 1 or 2 audits a month, while others audit weekly), competitive compensation including a daily rate plus travel expenses, meeting new people, staying current with technology and industry developments, and networking with other professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in material science/metallurgy or other related Engineering degree OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent, and minimum 5 years forging industry experience, preferably in aerospace (post high school qualifications preferred)
• Experience across multiple forging disciplines: open die, closed die, ring rolling, isothermal, hammer, press, extrusion
• Experience with heating equipment and associated controls
• Experience with key alloy systems: steel, nickel, titanium, aluminum
• Auditing experience (certification as a recognized Quality Auditor or prior auditing experience considered a plus)
• Familiarity with applicable specifications:
  • Aerospace OEM/Primes forging process and material specifications
  • Industry material specifications
  • AS9100
• Membership in a professional institute (e.g., ASM, IOM3) considered a plus

Benefits

• Flexible schedule (1–2 audits per month or weekly audits, based on preference)
• Competitive compensation: daily rate plus travel expenses
• Domestic and/or international travel opportunities
• Networking with industry professionals
• Exposure to the latest technology and industry developments