FM Approvals Engineering Quality Auditor II

FM; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Approvals, located in Park Ridge, IL, seeks a mid-level Quality Auditor to join the Auditing and Quality Assurance team as an on-site auditor. The role requires independence in scheduling and conducting conformity assessments at customer locations.

The position involves on-site manufacturing facility audits, documentation review, and delivering audit reports, with 60–80% travel and occasional overnight stays. A solid auditing background and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or a science-based equivalent.
• 5+ years of manufacturing process experience.
• 5+ years of related quality assurance and quality auditing experience.
• Possess strong organizational, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site audits of manufacturing facilities to verify compliance with FM Approvals requirements
• Review technical documentation, product markings, inspection equipment, and calibration records for compliance
• Deliver clear, professional audit reports and communicate findings with all stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with manufacturers by managing customer interactions and maintaining integrity, impartiality and confidentiality throughout the audit process
• Document facts and observations to support audit findings and conclusions
• Efficiently manage audit schedules

Skills

Auditing

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or science-based equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Measurement tools

Job description

FM Approvals (https://www.fmapprovals.com/) is an international leader in third-party testing and certification services. We test property loss prevention products and services—for use in commercial and industrial facilities—to verify they meet rigorous loss prevention standards of quality, technical integrity and performance. How? By employing a worldwide certification process that’s backed by scientific research and testing, and over a century of experience.

A mid-level auditor position within the Auditing and Quality Assurance department. The role of the Quality Auditor is expected to independently schedule and conduct conformity assessment audits at customer locations. Audits include various manufacturers responsible for producing products for compliance with FM Approvals requirements (https://www.fmapprovals.com/Certification-Services/Marks-and-Auditing) . FM Approved products cover a wide range of electrical, fire protection, and building materials equipment. The incumbent is expected to possess a solid auditing foundation with a demonstrated proficiency in conducting conformity assessment audits.

This role will support a team of dedicated auditors who focus on conducting customer at location on-site compliance audits. The role requires approximately 60% to 80% travel, and 20% to 40% travel may require overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site audits of manufacturing facilities to verify compliance with FM Approvals requirements
• Review technical documentation, product markings, inspection equipment, and calibration records for compliance
• Deliver clear, professional audit reports and communicate findings with all stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with manufacturers by managing customer interactions and maintaining integrity, impartiality and confidentiality throughout the audit process
• Document facts and observations to support audit findings and conclusions
• Efficiently manage audit schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines: Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or a science-based equivalent degree
• 5+ years of manufacturing process experience
• 5+ years of related quality assurance and quality auditing experience
• Possess strong organizational, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license required

Required Skills:

• Self-motivated and detail-driven professional with a passion for quality and compliance
• Experienced in manufacturing, quality control, and audit practices
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule
• Tenured audit experience with demonstrated proficiency performing conformity assessment audits
• Ability to obtain and assess objective evidence throughout the audit process while acting impartially and maintaining confidentiality
• Observe, document, and evaluate audit observations while effectively managing customer interactions throughout the audit process
• Possess critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with various measurement tools such as pressure gauges, calipers, voltmeters, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering technical drawings

Preferred Skills

• Lead Auditor, Quality Engineer, or Quality Manager
• Supplier Quality Engineer, (SQE), experience
• ASQ certifications such as CQA, CQE, or equivalent
• Lead Auditor Certification
• Familiarity with CSA/UL/TUV or equivalent regulations and standards
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or equivalent Quality Management Systems

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM's comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.

FM Approvals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.