Process Quality Auditor - Manufacturing - Beverly, MA

The Quality Process Auditor will lead ISO and IATF audits, focusing on Electric Vehicle and Automotive quality standards to support a growing Division within a Fortune 200 company. This role involves building audit processes, facilitating local quality training, and establishing certifications critical to expansion in the transportation sector at their Peabody, MA facility.

Client Details

My client is a global leader in diversified industrial manufacturing, known for its innovative, customer-focused approach and commitment to operational excellence. With a history of over a century, they operate across more than 50 countries, supporting industries such as automotive, construction, aerospace, and electronics. One of their specialized divisions, based in the Northeast U.S., focuses on producing high-performance adhesives, sealants, and coatings that meet critical industry needs in automotive, aerospace, and beyond. Their team benefits from a culture that values entrepreneurship, quality, and continuous improvement across its extensive international presence.

Description

The Quality Process Auditor will:

• Conduct and evaluate process audits to verify adherence to established manufacturing criteria and key process monitors.
• Review technical documentation, specifications, and contracts during process audits to ensure conformity.
• Coordinate audit efforts for documented engineering procedures, sharing results with management.
• Compile reports on audit findings, defend outcomes, and assist with corrective measures as needed.
• Investigate issues and manage corrective action programs, including Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR).
• Lead root cause analysis and develop corrective/preventive actions, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure company practices align with ISO and IATF standards through regular audits and documentation.
• Audit manufacturing systems to confirm quality procedures are effectively developed and implemented.
• Create audit checklists based on contracts, regulations, and internal procedures for comprehensive compliance checks.
• Serve as an internal auditor for the Quality Management System, ensuring process alignment with work instructions, material tolerances, packaging standards, and ISO/IATF guidelines.
• Identify improvement opportunities and conduct root cause analysis, reporting insights to senior management.
• Document audit findings in tracking systems and maintain organized records.
• Support all safety, environmental, and quality policies within the facility.
• Onsite at their Beverly, MA

Profile

• ISO Standards Knowledge: Understanding of ISO standards, particularly experience with auditing against process standards and specifications.
• IATF Familiarity (Preferred): IATF 16949 experience is a plus but not required; the client is willing to train in this area.
• Process Adherence: Strong ability to follow, monitor, and enforce established processes and protocols.
• Accountability and Corrective Action: Skilled at identifying deviations, compliance, implementing corrective actions, and holding individuals accountable.
• Systems and Controls Focus: Experience with roles centered on quality systems, controls, and process establishment.
• Relevant Role Experience: Suitable backgrounds include Quality Auditors, Quality Technicians, Quality Analysts, Quality Engineers, or Manufacturing Engineers with quality experience.
• Local to Beverly, MA

Job Offer

• Internal career growth and structured development plans for ongoing advancement.
• Decentralized structure enables mobility across 80+ global locations.
• Entrepreneurial environment fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Diverse industry exposure, including transportation, electronics, and automotive.
• Access to leading products in adhesives, sealants, and coatings.
• Opportunities for global experience and potential overseas training.
• Supportive management focused on continuous improvement and individual growth.
• Stable, Fortune 200 company with strong growth outlook.

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