Junior Auditor – Sustainability & Social Compliance

QIMA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

APSCA exam fees covered

Training & mentoring

Career growth in sustainability

Job summary

QIMA in Los Angeles seeks a Trainee Auditor to develop as a SMETA auditor and progress toward CSCA status via APSCA. The role focuses on social compliance, sustainability auditing, and international exposure.

You will conduct audits at supplier sites, assess SMETA compliance, and prepare clear reports while traveling globally up to 80%. The program includes training, mentoring, and travel expense coverage.

Qualifications

• Recent master's degree in environmental sciences or related field.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
• Interest in international career in social compliance and auditing.
• Ability to travel ~80%.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social compliance and environmental audits at the manufacturing sites of client suppliers, including announced and unannounced audits.
• Assess compliance with SMETA standards, client procedures, and local regulations.
• Evaluate labor, health & safety, environmental management, ethics, and responsible business practices.
• Identify violations and document audit findings, evidence, and observations.
• Prepare clear, accurate audit reports for clients.
• Travel internationally and interact professionally with factory management and employees.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interviewing skills

Report-writing skills

English fluency

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Sciences / related field

Job description

QIMA in Los Angeles seeks a Trainee Auditor to develop as a SMETA auditor and progress toward CSCA status via APSCA. The role focuses on social compliance, sustainability auditing, and international exposure.

You will conduct audits at supplier sites, assess SMETA compliance, and prepare clear reports while traveling globally up to 80%. The program includes training, mentoring, and travel expense coverage.