Manufacturing Quality Auditor

The TRIGO Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIGO Group seeks an experienced Manufacturing Quality Auditor to support quality and supplier assessment activities across the United States as an independent contractor. The role requires hands-on auditing of facilities and systems against ISO 9001, with the ability to travel regionally.

You will assess manufacturing processes, document findings, and prepare clear audit reports, working with facility personnel and management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, or related manufacturing operations.
• Experience conducting quality system audits or supplier assessments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site quality system and supplier assessments at manufacturing facilities.
• Evaluate quality management systems against ISO 9001 requirements.
• Assess manufacturing processes, production capabilities, and capacity.
• Identify quality, operational, and supplier performance risks.
• Review basic environmental, health and safety (EHS) and sustainability-related requirements.
• Document findings and prepare clear, professional assessment reports.
• Communicate effectively with facility personnel and management.

Skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

Audit/report writing

Independent work

Travel willingness

Quality management systems

Education

ISO 9001 auditor training

Job description

Manufacturing Quality Auditor

Independent Contractor | United States | Regional Travel

Position Overview

TRIGO is seeking experienced Manufacturing Quality Auditors to support quality and supplier assessment activities across the United States.

Qualified candidates should have a strong manufacturing quality background, practical knowledge of ISO 9001, and the ability to independently conduct assessments, evaluate manufacturing operations, identify risks, and prepare professional audit reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site quality system and supplier assessments at manufacturing facilities.
• Evaluate quality management systems against ISO 9001 requirements.
• Assess manufacturing processes, production capabilities, and capacity.
• Identify quality, operational, and supplier performance risks.
• Review basic environmental, health and safety (EHS) and sustainability-related requirements.
• Document findings and prepare clear, professional assessment reports.
• Communicate effectively with facility personnel and management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, or related manufacturing operations.
• Experience conducting quality system audits or supplier assessments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and manufacturing processes.
• Good analytical, communication, and technical report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including overnight travel.

ISO 9001 auditor training is preferred.

Assignment Details

• Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
• Location: United States, with regional travel
• Schedule: Project-based assignments, including potential extended engagements
• Compensation: Competitive contractor rates based on qualifications and experience