At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.
Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.
Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.
Job Summary:CSA Group has an opportunity for a Lead Auditor, based out of any of the CSA office locations in the United States / Canada supporting the North America operations. This role will be responsible for assisting with the activities that are involved in the on-site auditing of manufacturer’s quality management systems in support of accreditation to national and international conformity assessment programs for equipment used in an explosive atmosphere. e.
Responsibilities:
Maintains assessment and surveillance audit schedules for IECEx and ATEX quality assurance Scheme. (QAR/QAN) for EN / IEC 80079-34
Maintains assessment and surveillance audit schedules for Management Systems quality assurance, such as ISO9001
Monitors to ensure the audit completion.
Assists in the coordination of audit staff training and accreditations.
Facilitates the development of cooperative agreements with other agencies and Notified Bodies.
Conducts quality audits as required and prepares final report.
Assists with dispute resolutions with Notified Body partners as required.
Assists manufacturers with non-compliant quality management systems to understand the requirements while at the same time not violating auditor impartiality.
Completes audit reports in a timely manner
Ability to think and act independently, schedule own work and proactive
Representing the face of CSA as front line customer contact
Flexible and able to change schedules to meet customer requirements
Education:
Post-secondary education (i.e. college degree) preferably in the field of electrical/electronic engineering or equivalent experience in manufacturing.
Completion of recognized Lead Auditor course (40 hour in-class).
Experience of working in manufacturing
CAN/CSA-ISO 19011:03 “Guidelines for Quality Management Systems Auditing”
Experience:
2-3 years of experience in Hazardous Locations product approvals and or a good understanding of protection concepts
Experience of working in manufacturing environments.
Any Testing of Hazardous location products an strong asset
Skills:
Familiarity with the manufacturing process would be an asset.
High degree of verbal and written communication skills required.
High degree of attentiveness required particularly during on-site audits.
Analytical skills required during on-site audits, determination of the degree of compliance of the manufacturers quality management system to the applicable quality standards.
On-site audits are condensed activities, which require the auditor to be focused, perceptive and decisive.
Travel
Extensive travel is required to locations, primarily but not limited to North America, Canada, and Mexico.
Duration of time away per audit trip is usually one week, so
Valid Driving License
Computer literate word, excel windows.
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What We Do
At CSA Group, we excel in addressing emerging, complex issues and technologies. CSA Group is comprised of two organizations: Standards Development and Testing, Inspection, & Certification.
Not-for-Profit Standards Development:
The mission of CSA Group’s Standard Development organization is to enhance the lives of Canadians through the advancement of standards in the public and private sectors. We are a leader in standards research, development, education, and advocacy. The technical and management standards developed with our 10,000 members improve safety, health, the environment, and economic efficiency in Canada and beyond.
Global Testing, Inspection and Certification:
CSA Group’s global commercial subsidiaries generate funding for continued standards research and development in support of our mission. Our commercial subsidiaries provide expert testing, inspection, and certification services that enable manufacturers to demonstrate that their products are in compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and operating performance standards for markets around the world. We offer deep expertise and industry-leading service delivery across a wide range of current and emerging technologies.
To learn more about CSA Group, please visit our corporate website listed in Company Details below.
