Currently seeking an experienced Product / Process Auditor to perform supplier product audits on our behalf in support of a customer's global audit program.
Audits are foreseen to be 3-day audits, plus preparation, reporting and necessary corrective action follow-up time.
These audits are product and manufacturing-process focused, assessing the controls that directly affect product conformity. They are not intended to constitute general ISO 9001 or Quality Management System certification audits
Auditor Aerospace Responsibilities
Auditor must prepare and perform Supplier Product / Process Audits against approved audit criteria, product requirements, drawings, specifications and applicable manufacturing documentation.
Trace selected products through relevant manufacturing and inspection stages to assess the effectiveness of controls affecting product conformity.
Review product-specific manufacturing and quality records, including inspection and test results, Certificates of Conformity, material certification, control plans, work instructions, non-conformance records and traceability documentation.
Assess relevant manufacturing processes and controls, including materials and components, production controls, inspection and test, calibration, traceability, preservation and packaging.
Review the suitability of manufacturing equipment, tooling, test equipment, personnel competence and process capability where these directly affect the audited product.
Identify product and process non-conformities, observations, risks and areas for improvement, supported by clear objective evidence.
Prepare and issue detailed audit reports in line with defined standards and established checklists
Raise and manage CARs (Corrective Action Requests), including review of supplier corrective actions and necessary follow-up. Auditor Aerospace Requirements
Auditor must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working within a quality-critical manufacturing industry.
Minimum of 3 years of recent experience conducting supplier product, manufacturing process or product conformity audits.
Ideally holds formal auditor training or relevant professional certification (e.g. ASQ, CQI/IRCA or equivalent).
Strong working knowledge of product audit methods, manufacturing process controls, inspection planning and product conformity requirements.
Experience auditing product realisation and manufacturing controls within relevant manufacturing environments.
Experience within plastic moulding, electronic assembly and/or mechanical hardware manufacturing is highly desirable, as applicable to the supplier/product being audited.
Strong ability to identify product and process risks and document clear, objective audit evidence.
Good understanding of non-conformance management, root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
Detail orientated with strong analytical skills.
Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with supplier personnel at all levels.
Able to prepare clear, accurate and professional audit reports
Salary description
£50.00 - £55.00 per hour