Senior Certification Auditor

SGS

. Perform third-party ISO/IATF 16949 audits for North America .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting ISO/IATF 16949 audits and maintaining audit credentials while effectively communicating with clients at all management levels. Capable of leading auditor teams and ensuring compliance with internal standards and procedures.

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ISO/IATF 16949 Auditing3rd Party IATF Lead Auditor QualificationCurrent IATF Lead Auditor CertificationAudit Documentation and ReportingClient Interaction and Communication

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Hard Skills

ISO/IATF 16949 AuditsAudit Evidence EvaluationCorrective Action ReviewCertification AuditsAudit Credential Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationClient Management

Tools & Technologies

SGS Certification System

Certifications & Qualifications

3rd Party IATF Lead Auditor QualificationCurrent IATF Lead Auditor Certification

Industry Keywords

ComplianceManagement System ImplementationAudit ActivitiesAccredited CertificationWitness Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform third-party ISO/IATF 16949 audits for North America
Document and report audit activities and results
Interact with clients at all management levels to develop timely, complete, and accurate compliance or management-system implementation reports
Review client corrective actions and closure
Maintain audit credentials and pursue advancement of credentials
Perform certification audits according to SGS global/local procedures and sector-specific schemes/standards
Determine whether registration should be recommended or allowed to continue based on audit evidence
Operate the SGS Certification System in all auditing activities
Liaise with Product Managers and Technical Accreditation teams regarding system design and implementation changes
Control or oversee auditor teams during audits as needed
Collaborate with auditor teams during auditing activities
Provide customers with sufficient audit experience across SGS’s accredited certification activities
Assist in training Auditors and Senior Auditors
Participate in witness audits by SGS or accreditation bodies
Maintain all audit-related credentials
Perform other activities directed by Certification Audit or Technical Accreditation management
Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Lead Auditors during audits indirectly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Industry experience
3rd party IATF Lead Auditor qualification
Current IATF Lead Auditor certification for ISO/IATF 16949
Possess a 3-ADP#; 5-ADP preferred
Able to walk and stand for up to 4 hours at a time
Able to maneuver throughout multiple levels of client sites by stairs or elevator
Valid driver’s license
Able to rent and drive a car and travel on public conveyances when required
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time, including mostly overnight stays throughout the U.S.
Travel may include international trips, with flight time of 8+ hours depending on destination
Weekend travel may be necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and Vision coverage with 80% coverage
RRSP Program eligibility
Employee referral program
Auditor bonus program
Online training courses
Virtual and classroom development experiences
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid time off