QMS Lead Auditor

Job Title: QMS Lead Auditor

Job Description

The QMS Lead Auditor ensures that the Quality Management System is established, implemented, and maintained in accordance with applicable standards such as ISO 9001, IATF, and VDA 6.3 and 6.5. This role requires overseeing the system's compliance and conducting internal audits to ensure quality and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the written procedures, work instructions, and forms of the Quality Management System as assigned.
• Create an internal audit schedule and perform internal audits per Corporate directive.
• Present the systems status report monthly to Corporate.
• Ensure the written audit reports and updated internal audit schedule are approved by the Manager of QMS.
• Oversee the issuance of corrective actions and follow up on countermeasure implementation.
• Conduct follow-up special audits per Customer specific requirement updates and submit reports to Corporate.
• Advise and assist upper management with any concerns about the QMS.
• Evaluate the application of the Standards within the procedures, work instructions, and policies.
• Participate in all customer and third-party audits at the assigned facility.
• Participate in local Management review representing Corporate.

Essential Skills

• Experience with ISO 9001 and IATF standards.
• Quality auditing skills, specifically in the automotive sector.
• 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Quality, specifically in the administration of Internal Quality Management Systems.
• Effective computer operation skills with Windows, spreadsheet, presentation, and word processor programs.
• Basic typing skills.
• Completion or working towards completion of the IATF Lead Auditor Course.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• College Degree preferred or extensive job-specific experience in lieu of a degree.
• Customer specific training as required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $37.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.