Lead Auditor CRS

At UL, we know why we come to work.

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

With over 3,000 employees globally, our Consumer Retail Services (CRS) division works closely with manufacturers, retailers and brands to support them in developing and producing innovative, safe products through consumer product testing. Our proactive approach to risk reduction eliminates issues in sourcing, safety, and quality assurance before they impact our client's business and brand. Our expertise and dedication to enhance sustainability also extends across the areas of social responsibility, environmental, brand protection, supply chain security, extractives, and raw material sourcing. (link: https://crs.ul.com/en/)

What you'll learn & achieve:

We are looking for Lead Auditor based out of Mumbai office

• Perform high level assessments in a variety of manufacturing sites, farms, processing plants and/or other work-related sites throughout a region or country.
• Assess and report in accordance with UL, industry scheme, and client audit protocols on facilities working and/or operational conditions as it relates to established industry standard(s) for GMP, Quality Systems, Food Safety initiatives and/or client programs.
• Maintains a high level of technical knowledge and plays an active mentoring role with trainees, auditors and lead auditors in the field.
• Participate and lead higher level audits; and as such this will involve complex methodologies, advanced analysis, and comprehensive / intricate reporting. Reports will be written in English in an objective, accurate, detailed and timely manner.
• Specific Regulatory Standard(s) Competency are a focus including:
• 21CFR211/210
• 21CFR111
• 21CFR820
• ISO22716
• GFSI Standards
• GRMA Standards

What makes you a great fit:

• University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelor's degree) or equivalent work experience required. Prefer Graduate Science/Arts Degree in: Food or Pharma Sciences, Engineering, Technology
• Four years related work experience in manufacturing (food/drug/cosmetic/dietary supplements) or retail sectors in technical, supply chain, retail operations, quality assurance or food safety and/or equivalent experience in environmental health, public health or relevant experience.
• Must hold one or more scope specific professional credential(s) or be capable of attaining, such as:
• RAC, CQA, RABQSA, IRCA, GRMA, etc
• REHS, CP-FS, GFSI, PCQI recognized auditor credential, etc
• Pharmaceutical GMP Professional Certification (CPGP)
• Willingness and ability to travel to other countries, states, regions, provinces and or throughout any assigned or designated country (up to 70 to 80% annually).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to lead a team of auditors during the execution of a project and/or specialized audits.

Proficient in internet navigation, e-mail and PC software such as Microsoft Word, Excel.

What you'll experience working at UL:

Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.

People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.

Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.

Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.