Lead Auditor - IATF Automotive Quality Management

Bureau Veritas India Pvt Ltd; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas India Pvt. Ltd. in Chennai seeks a Lead Auditor for IATF to conduct value-added audits of clients against standards, working within BV Quality Assurance System and Code of Ethics.

The role requires experience in QA/QC in manufacturing, familiarity with IATF rules, and readiness for frequent travel across client sites. Strong communication and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer with mechanical/production/automobile engineering background.
• Hands-on QA/QC exposure in manufacturing.
• Lead Auditor/Internal Auditor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out audits in line with BV code of ethics and confidentiality.
• Conduct audits per IATF rule requirements and BV manuals.
• Stay updated with regulatory requirements and technologies.
• Manage time through planning to reporting during audit cycles.
• Coordinate with audit team leader and lead the team when applicable.
• Submit reports and adhere to schedules and travel requirements.
• Protect company assets and submit T&E timely.
• Adhere to appointment terms and readiness for frequent travel.
• Follow BV HSE policies and report safety issues.

Education

Graduate Engineer - Mech / Production / Automobile Engg / Mechatronics

Job description

LEAD AUDITOR - IATF

Job Title: Lead Auditor – IATF

Entity: Bureau Veritas India Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Chennai

Reports to (job): Certification Manager - Tamil Nadu Ø

Purpose of Position

The job incumbent is responsible to conduct value added audits of the clients against the requirement of the relevant standard. The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Quality Assurance System, including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.

Major Responsibilities

• As a professional, carry out all activities related to profession in accordance with BV code of ethics and confidentiality requirements.
• To conduct audits in accordance with IATF rule requirement, Business Management System and BVC India Operations Manual.
• To keep self updated with latest regulatory requirements & technologies pertaining to sectors/ schemes under audit.
• To manage time effectively throughout entire audit cycle – From planning to reporting.
• In the role as auditor (team member), to cooperate and coordinate with audit team leader during the audit.
• In the role as lead auditor (team leader), manage the team in a effective manner.
• To report / inform reporting line / back-office / team leader for any unexpected situation faced during the audit. (Examples – less time available for audit against planned due to situations beyond control, audit cancellation, any dispute during the audit on finding etc.)
• To follow the schedules informed and confirmed by back-office/ client.
• To maintain & protect assets of company – laptop and other accessories and any other.
• To submit Travel & Expenses (T&E) statements in timely manner.
• To adhere to terms and conditions agreed at the time of acceptance of appointment letter.
• Ready for frequent travel

Roles & Responsibilities for HSE

• Must comply the BV Cardinal Safety Rules in all situations.
• To comply company HSE requirements e.g. policies, Procedures, guidelines etc. and local legal requirements on HSE as applicable
• To take care of own health and safety as well as colleagues and others.
• Immediate reporting of any shortcomings on HSE i.e. any incident, unsafe work practices / conditions to his/her immediate Line Managers.
• Sharing opportunities for improvement on HSE aspects

Criteria for Performance Evaluation (KPIs)

Timely Report submission

Quality Reporting of audits

Customer feedback rating not less than 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5

No customer complaint on behavioural issues & Avoid any situation conflict of interest

Utilization rate as per Business Line expectations

Timely and correct submission of the expenses billable to client.

Qualification and up-gradation to other standards as identified and sector code qualification as applicable

Adherence to environmental and safety policies of our organization

Qualification and Experience

• Graduate Engineer - (Mech / Production/ Automobile Engg./ Mechatronics)
• Min 6 years of work experience in Manufacturing Industry in the Automotive Chain, including bulk material manufacturing out of which min of 2 yrs exp. in QA – QC function in the last 10 years of his/her professional experience.
• Hands on experience of various QA/ QC activities.
• Familiarity with Core tools is necessary.
• Lead Auditor in ISO 9001:2008 based QMS will be an added advantage.
• Qualified Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor for IATF(ISO/TS 16949:2009) would be additional advantage.
• Experience in third party audits would also be an added advantage.

Skills & Qualities

• Good Communication (interviewing, writing) & Interpersonal skills
• Reporting, Presentation, Listening skills.
• Team Cohesion
• Time Management
• Be able to handle situations in judicious manner.
• Pleasing Personality
• Computer skills

The Job Description is subject to change from time to time, as per the requirements of the Company and the Competencies / qualifications you may acquire in future.

Experience Level Senior Level