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Management Systems Auditor Development Program

TUV SUD AMERICA, INC.

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

At TUV SUD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TUV SUD Group.

Your Tasks
  • Participate in a structured, full-time development program to transition into accredited thirdparty certification auditing
  • Conduct supervised audits against ISO management system standards, primarily ISO 9001, with development across additional schemes
  • Evaluate organizational processes and management systems for compliance with applicable ISO requirements
  • Document audit findings clearly and accurately in accordance with certification body procedures
  • Participate in observation and witness audits to build the required audit experience and logs
  • Support certification decision processes through professional reporting and communication
  • Progress through training and qualification steps toward independent thirdparty auditor status

Your Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, environmental, quality, industrial, or a related technical field
  • 5-12+ years of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Quality management or quality engineering
    • Environmental management systems
    • Occupational health and safety management
    • Medical device quality systems
    • Manufacturing or other regulated industries

  • Direct involvement in the implementation, maintenance, or oversight of ISO-based management systems
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001
  • Experience conducting internal, supplier, or secondparty audits
  • Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred:

  • Working knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and/or ISO 13485
  • Completed Lead Auditor training for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 13485
  • Experience interacting with certification bodies or external auditors
  • Multi-site, corporate, or global management system oversight experience
  • Background in regulated sectors such as medical devices, aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing


What We Offer
  • Full-time, permanent employment (not a contract role)
  • A clearly defined development pathway toward accredited ISO auditor qualification
  • Paid auditor training and scheme qualification support
  • Participation in supervised and witness audits across one or multiple ISO standards
  • Opportunities to develop across multiple management system schemes
  • Long-term career progression within a global certification organization

Additional Information
  • The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $90,000 - 100,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
  • This role is intended for experienced professionals who already have substantial management systems experience and can progress toward auditor qualification within a relatively short timeframe
  • The position is not designed for entry-level candidates or for independent freelance auditors
  • Expected travel is approximately 60-70%, primarily within the United States
  • The role involves regular on-site audits in industrial and regulated environments
  • We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.