QMS Auditor II

Lucid Motors; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a QMS Auditor II to lead internal audits across manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supply chain. You will verify compliance with ISO 9001, assess process effectiveness, and drive continual improvement.

This role partners with leadership to strengthen audit readiness and systemic quality capabilities. The ideal candidate has a hard-won track record in automotive or complex manufacturing quality audits, strong analytical skills, and the ability to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems, Internal Auditing, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Engineering within automotive or complex manufacturing environments.
• Certified Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor training in ISO 9001.
• Demonstrated experience conducting system, process, and compliance audits.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements, including risk-based thinking, process approach, and continual improvement methodologies.
• Experience facilitating corrective actions and verifying closure effectiveness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power BI, audit management systems, and quality databases.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while influencing cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach.
• Execute system, process, and compliance audits across functions.
• Identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities with evidence.
• Verify corrective actions and monitor closure effectiveness.
• Prepare clear audit findings and action plans for leadership.
• Support external certification and customer audits as subject matter expert.
• Train and mentor internal auditors to ensure consistent methodology.
• Promote a culture of quality and continual improvement across Lucid.

Skills

Quality management

Auditing

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management or related field

Tools

Audit management systems

Power BI

Excel

Quality databases

Job description

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software‑defined vehicle architecture, our award‑winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in‑house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

QMS Auditor II

This role is responsible for leading and executing Quality Management System (QMS) audits across manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, and support functions to verify compliance with ISO 9001, internal procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. The QMS Auditor II serves as an independent assessor of process effectiveness, ensuring documented processes are implemented as intended and are capable of consistently delivering quality products and services. Operating with a risk‑based auditing approach, the auditor plans and conducts system, process, and compliance audits, identifies gaps and opportunities for improvement, verifies corrective action effectiveness, and supports continual improvement initiatives throughout the organization.

The role works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Service, Document Control, and leadership teams to improve process discipline, audit readiness, and overall business performance. Success in this role means improving audit readiness, strengthening process compliance, ensuring effective corrective action implementation, and driving continual improvement across Lucid’s Quality Management System.

Audit Program Management & Planning

Develop and maintain the annual internal audit schedule using a risk‑based approach that considers process performance, customer concerns, quality metrics, organizational changes, and previous audit results. Plan and coordinate system, process, layered, and compliance audits across all business functions and manufacturing operations. Ensure audit coverage aligns with ISO 9001, customer‑specific requirements, internal procedures, and regulatory obligations.

Support management review activities by providing audit performance summaries, trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.

Audit Execution & Compliance Verification

Conduct internal audits to evaluate compliance with documented procedures, work instructions, control plans, standards, and regulatory requirements. Gather objective evidence through interviews, process observations, documentation reviews, and sampling of records. Identify nonconformities, process gaps, risks, and opportunities for continual improvement using a fact‑based and objective approach. Document audit findings with clear supporting evidence and appropriate severity classifications.

Ensure audits assess both compliance and process effectiveness, focusing on customer impact and business risk. Issue and manage nonconformance reports. Partner with process owners to facilitate robust root‑cause analysis utilizing methodologies such as 5‑Why, Fishbone, A3, and 8D. Verify corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and sustained. Conduct follow‑up audits and effectiveness reviews to ensure closure of findings and prevent recurrence. Identify systemic issues and recommend improvements to strengthen process capability and organizational performance.

QMS Governance & Documentation

Verify that documented information remains accurate, current, controlled, and aligned with operational practices. Collaborate with Document Control to maintain procedures, policies, forms, records, and process documentation. Evaluate compliance with change management processes to ensure new requirements, engineering changes, and process updates are properly implemented. Monitor adherence to document control, record retention, training effectiveness, and competency requirements.

Data Analysis & Reporting

Track and analyze audit results, nonconformities, overdue actions, recurring findings, and process compliance trends. Develop and maintain audit performance dashboards and key performance indicators. Present audit findings, risk assessments, and improvement recommendations to management and cross‑functional teams. Utilize data analytics to identify emerging risks, process weaknesses, and opportunities for preventive action.

External Audit & Certification Support

Support external certification audits, customer audits, regulatory assessments, and surveillance audits. Serve as a subject matter expert for ISO 9001 and applicable quality management requirements. Coordinate audit logistics, evidence collection, and response preparation for external audits. Assist functional teams in preparing corrective action responses and closure activities.

Training & Quality Culture

Train employees and process owners on QMS requirements, audit expectations, process compliance, and continuous improvement principles. Develop and mentor internal auditors to ensure consistent audit execution and interpretation of standards. Conduct auditor calibration sessions to ensure consistency in audit methodology and findings classification. Promote a culture of quality, accountability, transparency, and continual improvement across the organization.

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems, Internal Auditing, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Engineering within automotive or complex manufacturing environments.
• Certified Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor training in ISO 9001.
• Demonstrated experience conducting system, process, and compliance audits.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 requirements, including risk‑based thinking, process approach, and continual improvement methodologies.
• Experience facilitating corrective actions and verifying closure effectiveness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power BI, audit management systems, and quality databases.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while influencing cross‑functional teams and senior leadership.

Preferred

• Experience supporting external certification audits, customer audits, regulatory assessments, or surveillance audits.
• Experience within automotive, electric vehicle, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of quality management systems beyond ISO 9001.
• Experience facilitating root cause investigations using 5 Why, Fishbone, A3, or 8D methodologies.
• Experience developing audit metrics, dashboards, and quality performance reporting.
• Prior mentoring, training, or auditor calibration experience within audit or quality functions.

Work Requirement This role requires collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Service, Document Control, and business support functions. Occasional travel may be required to support audit activities, certification audits, training, and business needs.

Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the terms and conditions of those programs. Cash or equity incentive awards, if applicable, are determined by multiple factors, including individual performance and overall company results.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility

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