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Scout Motors Inc. · 17 hours ago

Lead Auditor, Quality Management System

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Scout Motors Inc. is dedicated to revitalizing an iconic American vehicle brand with a focus on innovation and quality. The Lead Auditor for the Quality Management System will ensure compliance with QMS standards through internal audits, support the development of a strong QMS strategy, and conduct audits across all business units.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleIndustrialManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with QMS standards through performing of internal audits and advice

Assist in the development and maintenance of strong QMS strategy by promoting process approach and risk-based thinking

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

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

Conduct system audits as a Lead Auditor for all business units within Scout Motors

Prepare consolidated audit reports, address audit findings and make recommendations based on the result

Track of corrective actions and their effectiveness by the following audits

Create reports about audit performance, corrective actions and training activities

Perform a central contact person for all QM Audit and Qualification relevant topics

Qualification

ISO 9001 2015Quality Management SystemIATF 16949VDA requirementsLean/Six SigmaStatistical Process ControlCorrectivePreventive ActionRoot Cause AnalysisAdvanced Product Quality PlanningNew Product Introduction5SKaizenAudit Findings DocumentationInternal Audit StandardsMicrosoft OfficeAI ToolsDetail OrientedProblem SolvingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience and proficiency in automotive Quality of which 3 years of auditing required and knowledge management (automotive experience preferred)

Certified in internal/external auditing with a focus on ISO 9001:2015, knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA requirements preferred

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

Capable of comprehensively documenting Audit Findings

Extensive knowledge and experience in Auditing

Proven track record of creating and executing Audit (PDCA)

Solid technical background and sound understanding of Internal Audit Professional Auditing standards

Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and writing – across hierarchy and functional levels (i.e. Director and Vice President Level)

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

Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products

Lean manufacturing experience incl. profound knowledge of QM core tools required including 80/20, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Standard

Sound knowledge of Quality processes and methods and their practical use

Preferred

Knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA requirements preferred

Experience with AI tools (such as AssurX, PowerBI Dashboards, etc.) as an asset

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans

401(k) program with: + An employer match and immediate vesting

Generous Paid Time Off including: + 20 days planned PTO, as accrued + 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually + Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders + Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Company

Scout Motors Inc.

Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Founded in 2022

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.scoutmotors.com

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