Independent Contractor - IATF 3rd-Party Automotive Lead Auditor

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct all assessment activities, including documentation reviews (desk audits), preliminary assessments (baseline audits), on-site readiness reviews, registration reassessment, and surveillance audits
• Lead the audit team and ensure the successful completion of assigned projects
• Review and forward audit reports, client responses to audit nonconformities, and any other necessary technical documentation

Requirements

• Maintain appropriate auditor credentials

Qualifications

• International Automotive Task Force (IATF) certification (Green Status in ADP) with corresponding ID Number 6-ADP xx-xx-xxxx
• A university degree in a field such as science, engineering, technology, manufacturing, or a related area
• Lead Auditor Certificates and Audit Logs in applicable standards
• Excellent interpersonal skills, effective in relating to clients and staff
• Strong writing, reading, and oral communication skills
• Capable of working effectively both in team environments and independently
• Ability to organize and write quality system assessment reports
• Meet the Lead Auditor qualifications described in the latest version of ISO 19011
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• A minimum of 2 years of experience performing global regulatory compliance audits to TS/IATF 16949

Physical Demands

• Required to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of times
• Moderate physical effort is necessary (ability to move up to 50 pounds from one area to another with assistance)
• Extensive travel by plane or car required

About Us

We are currently seeking an Independent Contractor 3rd-Party IATF Automotive Lead Auditor to conduct third-party audits for our Automotive clients. As the 3rd Party IATF Lead Auditor, you will be responsible for delivering third-party audits and related services to customers in accordance with assigned standards and applicable registration program requirements. You will also build professional relationships with NSF clients and effectively communicate with both external clients and internal NSF team members.

About The Team

NSF provides a holistic suite of value-added digital, information security and sustainability solutions that span our core industries of food, water and life sciences. Our client-focused teams have deep industry expertise and are committed to supporting the journey to certification, helping to empower organizations to drive process and performance improvements for products, people, and the planet.