About The Role

The Dietary supplement Auditor II – Product Certification is responsible for conducting product certification audits in accordance with applicable certification program requirements as assigned, regulatory standards, and accreditation rules, including but not limited to NSF/ANSI 455 Standards for Dietary Supplements, Cosmetics, and OTC Drugs. The Auditor II performs audits independently, evaluates implemented quality and product safety systems using objective evidence, and prepares clear, defensible audit reports that meet certification and accreditation expectations.

Audit Execution

Conduct initial, surveillance, and special product certification audits for regulated consumer products, including dietary supplements, cosmetics, and OTC drugs
Perform audits in accordance with applicable certification program requirements as assigned, regulatory standards, and accreditation rules, including but not limited to NSF/ANSI 455 Standards (Dietary Supplements, Cosmetics, OTC Drugs)
Evaluate implemented and documented systems using objective evidence observed during the audit
Verify compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and program requirements within assigned audit scope
Conduct special visits related to complaints, product failures, enforcement actions, or verification of corrective actions

Audit Reporting

Prepare accurate, objective, and evidence‑based audit reports that:
Reflect only activities, records, and conditions observed during the audit
Clearly document conformity and nonconformity against auditable requirements
Exclude consulting, advisory, or future‑based language
Write nonconformances that are clear, stand‑alone, and defensible to independent technical review

Professional Conduct and Communication

Maintain effective communication with certification management, technical reviewers, and project teams
Represent the certification body professionally during audits and client interactions
Identify systemic risks, recurring issues, or areas requiring escalation in accordance with certification and accreditation procedures

Qualification and Competence Maintenance

Obtain and maintain, as applicable, auditor qualification and authorization status as required by assigned certification programs and accreditation rules
Participate in required training, assessments, and evaluations to demonstrate and maintain technical competence
Complete periodic reassessments or witness evaluations when required by program or accreditation expectations
Maintain sufficient audit activity or supporting evidence to demonstrate ongoing competence

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Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, technical, regulatory, or quality‑related discipline
Alternative degrees may be accepted when supported by documented relevance to product safety, quality systems, or regulatory compliance

Experience

Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
Quality systems
Manufacturing operations
Regulatory compliance
Product safety or quality assurance
Experience with dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC drugs, or other regulated consumer products preferred

Technical Knowledge & Training

Lead Auditor training or equivalent
Working knowledge of:
GMP‑based quality systems
Risk‑based auditing principles
Applicable regulatory and certification frameworks, including NSF/ANSI 455 Standards, as applicable to assigned scope
Ability to complete additional program‑specific training as required to meet minimum qualification expectations