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3 Requirements for process auditors
3.1 Auditor qualification
Auditor qualification is of vital importance when it comes to achieving the au-
dit objectives. The quality and comparability of audit results are greatly influ-
enced by the qualification of the auditors. In addition to the qualification crite-
ria of each organization, the following minimum requirements, the require-
ments according to ISO 19011 as well as customer-specific and further exter-
nal requirements should be taken into account. The organization determines
and documents the procedure for auditor evaluation including the approval,
maintenance and improvement of auditor qualifications (e.g. observation dur-
ing audits/approval and witness audits).
3.1.1 Internal process auditors
Specialized knowledge
• Good knowledge of quality tools and methods (e.g. VDA MLA, DoE,
FMEA, FTA, PPA, SPC, SWOT, 8D Method)
• Knowledge of the relevant customer-specific requirements
• Knowledge of the relevant management system requirements (e.g.
IATF 16949, DIN EN ISO 9001, VDA 6.1)
• Specific knowledge regarding the product and the process
Evidence of specialized training
• Successful participation in a VDA 6.3 training course (passing a
test/obtaining a certificate of qualification)
• Knowledge of required quality tools and methods in the technology to
be audited
Professional experience
A minimum of 3 years’ professional experience (after 2 years’ professional
experience, in-house apprenticeship periods may be considered additionally),
preferably in manufacturing companies within the automotive industry, includ-
ing at least 1 year of experience in quality management.
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3.1.2 Supplier auditors
Specialized knowledge
• Excellent knowledge of quality tools and methods (e.g. SPC, VDA
Volume 5/MSA, FMEA, VDA MLA/APQP, VDA Volume 2/PPAP, 8D
Method)
• If required, knowledge regarding software development processes
and methods
• Auditor qualifications (negotiation, conflict management, audit proce-
dure)
• Knowledge of the relevant customer-specific requirements
• Knowledge of the relevant management system requirements (e.g.
IATF 16949, DIN EN ISO 9001, VDA 6.1)
• Specific knowledge regarding the product and the process
Evidence of specialized training
• Qualification as an auditor on the basis of DIN EN ISO 19011 (e.g.
VDA Auditor qualification, 1st/2nd party auditor for DIN EN ISO 9001,
IATF 16949, or VDA 6.1)
• Knowledge of required quality tools and methods in the technology to
be audited
• Successful participation in VDA 6.3 training (successfully passing a
written and an oral exam)
• Evidence of ability to apply the theoretical knowledge in practice (e.g.
observation during audits/approval and witness audits)
Professional experience
A minimum of 5 years professional experience (after 3 years’ professional ex-
perience in-house apprenticeship periods may be considered additionally),
preferably in manufacturing companies within the automobile industry, includ-
ing at least 2 years’ experience in quality management.
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3.1.3 Process auditors as external service providers
External auditors are from independent, third-party organizations and carry
out audits as a service for the organization.
Specialized knowledge
• Excellent knowledge of quality tools and methods (e.g. SPC, VDA
Volume 5/MSA, FMEA, VDA MLA/APQP, VDA Volume 2/PPAP, 8D
Method)
• If required, knowledge regarding software development processes
and methods
• Auditor qualifications (negotiation, conflict management, audit proce-
dure)
• Knowledge of the relevant customer-specific requirements
• Knowledge of the relevant management system requirements (e.g.
IATF 16949, DIN EN ISO 9001, VDA 6.1)
• Specific knowledge regarding the product and the process
Evidence of specialized training
• Qualification as an auditor on the basis of DIN EN ISO 19011 (e.g.
VDA Auditor qualification, 1st/2nd party auditor for DIN EN ISO 9001,
IATF 16949, or VDA 6.1)
• Knowledge of required quality tools and methods in the technology to
be audited
• Successfully passing an exam and obtaining a certificate within the
scope of a VDA 6.3 training course
• Evidence of ability to apply the theoretical knowledge in practice (e.g.
observation during audits/approval and witness audits)
Professional experience
A minimum of 5 years professional experience (after 3 years’ professional ex-
perience in-house apprenticeship periods may be considered additionally),
preferably in manufacturing companies within the automobile industry, includ-
ing at least 2 years’ experience in quality management.
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