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Your role Medical Device Lead Auditor DQS Inc. has an immediate contract opportunity for a Medical Device Lead Auditor. Working closely with your schedulers, you will visit client locations and ...

As a Medical Device Auditor, you'll travel to medical device manufacturers across Europe, Middle East and Africa and occasionally USA. You'll help these manufacturers to improve their performance by ...

As a Medical Device Auditor, you'll travel to medical device manufacturers across Europe, Middle East and Africa and occasionally USA. You'll help these manufacturers to improve their performance by ...

Medical Device QMS Auditor

Concord, NC ยท Remote

$98K - $123K/yr

Medical Device QMS Auditor Location: Candidates must reside in one of the following states: IL, MN, WI, IN, NJ, MA, PA, OH. BSI (British Standards Institution) is the global business standards ...

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Medical Device Assembler Location: Maple Plain, MN 55359 Duration ... Contract Shift: M-F 7:30AM-4PM Pay Rate: $20/hr to $24/hr (weekly pay) About This Role: This is an ...

Pay Rate Low: 22 | Pay Rate High: 25 Medical Device Assembler Santa Rosa, CA | 4/10 Schedule | $22-$25/hr (up to $28 with strong experience) Contract: 6 month contract-to-hire Start Date: ASAP Shift:

Contract To Hire Compensation: $16.00 / hr. Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM Monday-Friday Medical Device Assembler Responsibilities: * Use various machinery to assemble medical ...

Medical Device Assembler

Trumbull, CT ยท On-site

$17.75 - $21.50/hr

Schedule : 1st and 2nd shifts (Mon-Thu) Type of Job : 3 to 6 Month Contract Location : Trumbull, CT Benefits Offered: Medical/dental coverage! Weekly pay! Medical Device Assembler Daily Tasks: What ...

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How much do contract medical device auditor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract medical device auditor in the United States is $21.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Medical Device Auditor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Medical Device Auditor, you need a strong understanding of quality management systems, regulatory standards (such as ISO 13485), and experience in medical device manufacturing or compliance, often supported by relevant certifications. Familiarity with audit management software, document control systems, and regulatory databases is typically required. Outstanding attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for evaluating compliance and reporting findings. These skills ensure thorough, accurate audits that help organizations meet regulatory requirements and maintain product safety and quality.

What are Contract Medical Device Auditors?

Contract Medical Device Auditors are professionals who are hired on a contractual basis to assess and evaluate medical device companies for compliance with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and other applicable quality management systems. They conduct audits, prepare reports, and help organizations identify areas for improvement to ensure the safety and effectiveness of medical devices. These auditors often work independently or through consulting firms, traveling to different manufacturers to perform assessments.

How does a Contract Medical Device Auditor typically collaborate with client teams during an audit?

As a Contract Medical Device Auditor, you work closely with client teams throughout the audit process. This includes conducting opening and closing meetings, interviewing staff, and reviewing documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485 or FDA requirements. Effective communication and professionalism are essential, as the auditor often needs to explain findings, answer questions, and provide guidance on corrective actions. Building a collaborative relationship helps ensure audits are thorough, constructive, and support continuous improvement for the client.

What is the difference between Contract Medical Device Auditor vs Contract Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectContract Medical Device AuditorContract Quality Assurance Specialist
CertificationsISO 13485 Lead Auditor, FDA regulationsISO 13485, FDA compliance, GMP training
Work EnvironmentAuditing facilities, reviewing documentationDeveloping, implementing quality processes
Employer & IndustryMedical device companies, consulting firmsMedical device manufacturers, biotech firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding auditing roles, compliance checksQuality management, process improvement

While both roles focus on ensuring medical device quality, Contract Medical Device Auditors primarily conduct audits to verify compliance with standards like ISO 13485 and FDA regulations. Contract Quality Assurance Specialists develop and maintain quality systems, ensuring ongoing compliance and process improvements. The auditor role is more inspection-focused, whereas the QA specialist role involves proactive quality management.

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Infographic showing various Contract Medical Device Auditor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,967 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Contract Medical Device Lead Auditor

DQS

Schaumburg, IL โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Your role
Medical Device Lead Auditor
DQS Inc. has an immediate contract opportunity for a Medical Device Lead Auditor. Working closely with your schedulers, you will visit client locations and perform the audits as specified. Position is home based with extensive travel.
Job Responsibility:

  • Knowledge of principles and methods for management systems audits.
  • Experience with internal, 2nd or 3rd party ISO-9001, ISO 13485, and/ or GMP auditing.
  • Preference given to RAB-QSA or Exemplar Global Lead Auditor or Auditor qualification.
  • Ability to develop an audit scope and audit plan and manage audit team activities.
  • Ability to present the audit team conclusions to the customer and review customer resolution of any nonconformities.
  • Must be able to assess customer needs and meet UL DQS service and customer satisfaction standards.
  • Work independently and project a professional image appropriate to the work environment.
  • Extensive travel.

Your profile
  • Bachelor's degree in a physical or life science or electrical, mechanical or biotechnology engineering required
  • Minimum of four years experience in quality systems management.
  • Minimum of four years experience in medical device development, manufacture and/or testing, with demonstrated knowledge of US, Canada and EU medical device regulatory requirements, experience with device submittals and knowledge of risk management principles such as ISO 14971.
  • Passed or ability to pass an accredited 40-hour ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 lead auditor course.
  • Experience in implementation of ISO 13485, MDD and/ or CMDCAS desired.

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DQS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic.
The employer is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, the employer invites employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. When reported, data will not identify any specific individual.
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