SA 8000 Certification Auditor (1099)

This is a 1099 opportunity, needing an experience Certification Auditor. Their primary function is to plan and conduct audits for all ABS QE SA 8000 audit program, maintain audit independence, and complete the audit report and other required post-audit activities. May also be required to perform any other necessary duties within their experience and capabilities from time to time.

What You Will Do:

• Review management system manuals and associated documentation for compliance with requirements and applicable codes and/or standards.
• Plan, schedule and conduct initial, surveillance and re-certification audits.
• Prepare and maintain audit logs and all other required documentation.
• Prepare and issue reports and recommendations for certification.
• Lead introductory and closing meetings at clients facilities.
• Set high standards to achieve results.
• Additional program-specific roles and responsibilities defined in each program procedure.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited university, preferably in an engineering/technical discipline, or equivalent quality experience.
• Previous experience with Social Accountability/Quality Control/Quality Assurance/Environmental/Safety & Health related activities including auditing experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of industry experience typically in Health & Safety (risk management) and/or knowledge of labor legislation.
• Previous experience with Social Accountability audits including SA 8000 (must), SEDEX, SMETA, CSR.
• Familiarity with appropriate system standards.  Competent in the areas to be assessed.
• Comfortable with extensive domestic travel (50%+).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with appropriate system standards. Competent in the areas to be assessed.
• Excellent decision making and organization skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision.
• Exhibit teamwork.
• Concerned for accuracy and timeliness of work performed.
• Flexible in achieving duties.
• Working knowledge of the SAI and/or SEDEX databases.
• Ability to obtain working knowledge of the ABS Quality Evaluations Quality & Environmental Management System.
• APSCA CSCA status preferred.

Travel requirement:

While the position is remote, regular travel (50%+) to client sites is a core part of the role.

Salary range:

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to the Operations / Country / District Manager and has no direct reports.