Contract IATF Full Green Lead Auditor

Your role

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops and submits on time scope of certification and audit agendas through consultation with customers. Confirms audit days are adequate based on headcount and complexity. Presents audit plans to customers and the audit team. Manages the audit.
• Determines the customer’s degree of readiness for assessment to appropriate standards. Assists customers in understanding the standard and program requirements.
• Directs the conduct of the audit and the activities of audit team members.
• Assesses the conformance of the management system to multiple standards through performing system and process audits including review of customer documentation and records, interview of customer management and staff, and observation of customer processes.
• Documents audit results including audit trails, strengths and opportunities and nonconformities.
• Prepares audit reports and supporting documentation for submission on time.
• Reaches team consensus on the audit results having final responsibility for the team conclusions. Presents results of audit to client verbally and in writing.
• Assists in training, qualification and ongoing evaluation of candidate auditors and auditors.
• Assists in analyzing customer responses to nonconformities for acceptance in a timely manner.
• Performs audits in accordance with DQS Inc. program and accreditation requirements.
• Supports DQS Inc. key performance indicators and objectives.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Your profile

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• International Automotive Task Force (IATF) certification (Green Status in ADP)
• Exemplar Global or equivalent approved 40-hour QMS Lead Auditor training course with exam
• Four (4) years of full-time appropriate practical experience, including two (2) years dedicated to quality assurance and/or quality management activities in an automotive manufacturing organization
• Note: Experience in industries with similar scopes of applicability (e.g., Aerospace,
• Telecommunications, Rail, Industrial Off-Road Equipment, etc.), chemical, electrical, or metallic commodities may be considered.
• 5+ years of Auditing Experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of principles and methods for standard assessments
• Experience with management systems, 2nd and 3rd party certifications, ISO-9001 processes, and/or previous certification auditing/assessment skills is highly desired
• Knowledge in Automotive Core Tools (at minimum FMEA, MSA and SPC)
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications
• Critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning to identify solutions to concerns
• Excellent oral and written communication and follow-through skills
• Accountability
• Time-management
• Ability to work independently in a virtual, home-based environment

EEO is the Law

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DQS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic.

The employer is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, the employer invites employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual.

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EEO is the Law

Why Work With Us

At DQS, you will work on issues that matter – for companies and for society. Our audits and certifications not only create trust and competitive advantages, but also contribute to greater sustainability, safety, and responsibility in global supply chains. Those who work at DQS actively shape how companies worldwide live quality and fulfill their social obligations – soundly, independently, and effectively.

About Us

DQS empowers organizations worldwide to build trust, drive innovation, and achieve sustainable growth by certifying the future of business. Founded in 1985, DQS has grown into a global leader in the assessment and certification of management systems, with a team of 2,500 highly qualified auditors delivering over 125,000 audit days per year in more than 60 countries. Through internationally recognized certifications across 200+ standards, DQS helps businesses manage risks, ensure compliance, and unlock new opportunities in an evolving regulatory and business landscape.

Thinking beyond compliance, DQS is a trusted partner for digitalization, automation, and sustainability leadership. The company’s expertise covers a wide range of areas, spanning from cybersecurity and AI governance to ESG compliance, supply chain management, medical device safety, and future mobility, delivering real value to industries in their pursuit of resilient, sustainable, and intelligent systems. By leveraging advanced auditing methodologies, predictive analytics, and real-time insights, DQS supports organizations to future-proof their operations while demonstrating their commitment to excellence and responsible business practices.

Our People

Our employees are the heart of DQS. With their professional excellence, team spirit, and passion, they make a difference—for our customers, for our further development, and for a sustainable future. At DQS, expertise meets appreciation and a working environment that promotes trust and responsibility.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity is part of our identity at DQS. In our global team, we promote a working environment in which different perspectives, experiences, and life paths are welcome—regardless of origin, gender, age, or individual abilities. Through flexible working models, fair development opportunities, and inclusive structures, we create space for everyone to reach their full potential.

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