Production Auditor

SUMMARY:

The Production Auditor will ensure that all production and operational activities meet established standards and customer requirements from our Brownsville, Texas facility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Monitor and enforce compliance with company quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry regulation (e.g., ISO9001, API etc.) in the production department.

- Conduct in-process inspections, audits and final product verification to ensure conformance.

- Investigate nonconformities, identify root causes, and implement corrective/preventive actions.

- Collaborate with production and operations teams to improve manufacturing processes, reduce defects, and optimize efficiency.

- Use quality tools (5 whys, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA, SPC, etc.) to analyze data and drive improvements.

- Support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to enhance product quality and operational performance.

- Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and corrective actions.

- Prepare quality performance reports, metrics, and dashboards for management review.

- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and measuring equipment.

- Serve as the point of contact for quality-related issues on the production floor.

- Train and mentor production staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.

- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous learning in quality performance.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, or a related field preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

- Prolonged periods standing and walking.

- Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, kneel, squat, twist and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.

- Must be able to visually inspect machines.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train production staff.

- Thorough understanding of quality control standards.

- Thorough understand of ISO9001

- Thorough understanding of manufacturing and production in the industry.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.