Lead Auditor, Quality Management System

Description

• Assist in the development and maintenance of strong QMS strategy by promoting process approach and risk-based thinking
• Conduct system audits as a Lead Auditor for all business units within Scout Motors
• Examination of the impact of a process on the entire QM system (QM system conformity check)
• Develop audit plans and programs to ensure a thorough and efficient audit process
• Perform a central contact person for all QM Audit and Qualification relevant topics
• Track of corrective actions and their effectiveness by the following audits
• Create reports about audit performance, corrective actions and training activities
• Support of establishing of Quality Management System by planning and holding of training across the board
• Create a role-tailored catalog of training of for the Quality department, manufacturing and other stakeholders
• Prepare consolidated audit reports, address audit findings and make recommendations based on the result.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
• Ensure compliance with QMS standards through performing of internal audits and advice

Requirements

• Solid technical background and sound understanding of Internal Audit Professional Auditing standards
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, or related field.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
• Knowledge/Experience with the Following: Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Quality Management System (QMS), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) or PPAP, New Product Introduction (NPI), 5S, Kaizen
• Lean manufacturing experience incl. profound knowledge of QM core tools required including 80/20, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Standard
• Capable of comprehensively documenting Audit Findings
• 5+ years of experience and proficiency in automotive Quality of which 3 years of auditing required and knowledge management (automotive experience preferred)
• Extensive knowledge and experience in Auditing
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Proven track record of creating and executing Audit (PDCA)
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products
• Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and writing – across hierarchy and functional levels (i.e. Director and Vice President Level)
• Certified in internal/external auditing with a focus on ISO 9001:2015, sound knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA 6 requirements, In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and inspection
• Excellent people skills, high standards of professionalism, is detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills and is able to problem solve and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with AI tools (such as AssurX, PowerBI Dashboards, etc.) as an asset
• Sound knowledge of Quality processes and methods and their practical use

Benefits

• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Competitive insurance including:
• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance