West Coast Senior Quality Auditor

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality audit plans across various divisions of the organization
• Conduct comprehensive internal quality audits to evaluate conformance to industry standards, regulations, and company policies
• Evaluate processes, systems, and documentation to ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures
• Identify areas of non-compliance and propose corrective actions
• Prepare and present detailed audit reports to senior management, highlighting findings and recommendations for improvement
• Monitor and assess adherence to internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Stay abreast of current regulatory trends and changes in quality standards relevant to multiple divisions
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior auditors and quality team members
• Collaborate with division leaders to implement and maintain effective quality management systems
• Assist in coordinating and overseeing external audits conducted by regulatory bodies or third-party organizations
• Support the development and implementation of action plans in response to external audit findings
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains across divisions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Quality Assurance, Engineering, Business Administration); advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in quality assurance and auditing roles, with at least 5 years in a senior position
• Certified Quality Manager (ASQ) or equivalent certification strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of risk management and process improvement methodologies (e.g., PDCA, DMAIC)
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and relevant industry standards
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to interact effectively with various levels of management and staff
• Proficiency in quality management software and data analysis tools

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multi-divisional environment
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple audits and priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Willingness to travel as needed for audit purposes (up to 20% of the time)

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to quality and compliance. You should have a proven track record of conducting effective internal audits and supporting external audit processes. If you are passionate about maintaining high-quality standards across multiple divisions and have the skills to drive continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

MIN/MAX: $115k-$125k

**Please note that the salary range information is only applicable to California. This range is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role based on the position's responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's specific experience, education, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Industrial Tectonics Bearings is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status.