UL

Lead Auditor CRS - Midwest Region

UL$80K — $102K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in Food or Pharma Sciences, Engineering, or related fields.
  • Valid scope-specific professional credentials (GFSI recognized auditor credential; CQA; RABQSA; IRCA; RAC; CPGP).
  • Four years experience in manufacturing, retail operations, quality assurance, or food safety.
  • Willingness to travel up to 80% annually across regions and countries.
  • Proficient in English; additional language skills preferred.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging executive audiences and conducting audits.
  • Analytical skills with ability to lead audit teams and use software tools effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Assess quality systems across various sites for GMP and Food Safety compliance.
  • Mentor trainees and auditors to enhance their technical knowledge.
  • Lead complex audits requiring advanced methodologies and detailed reporting.
  • Ensure timely submission of audit agendas and reports within specified deadlines.
  • Conduct a minimum of 10 audits per month, adhering to stringent quality standards.
  • Report findings in a clear, objective manner, suitable for diverse environments.
  • Manage audit expenses efficiently and submit them promptly.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Wellness programs addressing mental and financial health.
  • Retirement savings options through 401K plans.
  • Paid time off including 15 vacation days and 12 holidays.
  • 72 hours of sick time per year.
  • Annual bonus potential of 10% of base salary.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Lead Auditor - GMP Quality Audits will perform high level assessments of quality systems 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.
  • Maintain a high level of technical knowledge and play 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:
    • OTC Drug/Pharmaceuticals: 21CFR211/210
    • Nutritional Supplements: 21CFR111
    • Medical/Homecare Devices: 21CFR820
    • Cosmetics: ISO22716
  • Complete audit agendas within 14 calendar days of the audit
  • Complete reports within 4 calendar days of the audit
  • Submit audit expenses in a timely manner
  • Complete at least 10 days of audits per month minimum capacity.


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Qualifications

  • University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelor's degree) required. Prefer Graduate Science Degree in Food or Pharma Sciences, Engineering, Technology, or similar.
  • Must hold one or more scope specific professional credential(s), such as: GFSI recognized auditor credential; CQA, RABQSA, IRCA, RAC, Pharmaceutical GMP Professional Certification (CPGP)
  • Four years related work experience in manufacturing 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.
  • 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 and if required fully proficient/literate in a 2nd language.
  • Excellent oral communication skills; capable of addressing high executive audiences and conduct opening and closing conferences in front of multiple people.
  • Excellent mathematical skills and analytical skills. Creative and innovative thinking to problem solve and streamline processes.
  • 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.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally and work remotely. This position does not generally report to a specific UL office.

Candidate needs to be located close to airport due to high travel requirements.

What we offer:
  • Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 to $102,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

Learn More:

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com

This application deadline for this position is August 6, 2026.

About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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