Vendor Surveillance Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nebraska.

📋 Description

• Ensure and advocate for compliance through the external auditing of suppliers, vendors, service providers, and manufacturers.

• Conduct third-party quality control audits at manufacturing sites.

• Supervise products being manufactured according to client specifications.

• Confirm accuracy of work, provision requirements, and daily quantities for each performed item.

• Oversee, review, and resolve supplier corrective requests.

• Draft and finalize audit reports, communicating findings to cross-functional teams and suppliers.

• Assess supplier change notifications and evaluate their impact on internal systems.

• Maintain comprehensive audit reports and supplier documentation.

• Assist with global QA policies regarding the interpretation and application of regulations.

• Collaborate with suppliers to guarantee product compliance and conduct supplier audits as necessary.

• Develop measurement methods for product release at supplier locations.

• Provide support to external manufacturing areas.

• Work alongside production personnel to track quality metrics, sample plans, and address issues with non-conforming products.

• Participate in corrective and preventive action investigations to identify root causes.

• Inspect incoming vendor supplies and products for defects and quality issues.

• Maintain supplier quality reports that include defect rates and areas of concern.

• Serve as a liaison between senior management, clients, and vendors.

⛳️ Requirements

• Contract salary position requiring six days of work each week.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Relevant certification.

• At least 2 years of industrial experience in quality assurance, auditing, inspection, or performance improvement systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.

• Capacity to offer visionary strategic leadership; experience in guiding the execution of a strategic plan, measuring progress, and adapting as necessary.

• Capability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Self-motivated to complete assigned tasks.

• Strong commitment to personal and team safety.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to multitask effectively.

• Effective communication and interaction skills with all levels of the team, customers, and external contacts through telephone, written communication, email, and in-person.

• Ability to learn specific applications used by the company.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Must be willing to travel 90–100% of the time.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.

• Capability to perform physical activities, including walking, climbing, bending, and sitting.

• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to company procedures and manufacturer guidelines.

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

• Ability to work in remote field settings and endure extreme weather conditions, including hot, cold, muddy, and wet environments.

• Valid driver's license and capacity to operate a vehicle.

• Ability to pass random DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing.

• Preferred: CQA / CQE certifications.

• Preferred: Familiarity with renewable and fossil fuel energy sectors.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.