THIS IS NOT A FULL TIME ROLE || THIS IS A 1099 CONTRACTOR OPPORTUNITY FOR VERMONT, CA

Responsibilities:

The selected auditor will conduct a Manufacturing Process Audit (MPA) and/or ESG Compliance Audit at a clothing production facility. Responsibilities include:

Evaluating production processes, workflow efficiency, and operational bottlenecks.

Assessing quality control measures, defect rates, and corrective actions.

Reviewing material handling, inventory management, and fabric traceability.

Ensuring compliance with industry regulations, workplace safety standards, and sustainability initiatives.

Conducting ESG compliance assessments, including environmental impact, ethical sourcing, and fair labor practices.

Verifying workforce competency, training, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Preparing a comprehensive audit report with findings, root cause analysis, and recommendations.

Technical Qualifications and Certifications:

Minimum 5 years in garment/clothing manufacturing audits, including ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance.

Strong familiarity with textile production processes, including cutting, sewing, finishing, and packaging.

Knowledge of fabric composition, defects, and garment quality control standards (AQL, ASTM, ISO 9001).

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process optimization methods.

Expertise in ESG compliance, sustainability practices, and ethical labor standards in textile manufacturing.

Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent preferred.

Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, SA8000, or GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) compliance is a plus.

Familiarity with OEKO-TEX® certification, Fair Trade, and Higg Index sustainability assessments preferred.

Industry Experience:

Clothing and textile manufacturing, with direct experience in auditing production workflows, quality control, ESG compliance, and sustainability efforts.

Knowledge of U.S. labor laws, OSHA workplace safety regulations, ethical sourcing policies, and supply chain traceability.

NOTE

Contract Type: 1099 contract (Part Time)

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY is single audit assignment (estimated 1-2 days on-site, plus reporting).

Shift Hours: Standard business hours (exact timing to be coordinated). May include full-day shifts or partial-day inspections based on project needs.

Work Location: Vernon, CA 90058 - in an Apparel Manufacturing, Textile Production