H-1B Visa Quality Auditor Jobs
Quality Auditor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in quality engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices file the most LCAs for this title. No lottery exemptions apply, so timing your job search around the April cap season matters.
Find H-1B Visa Quality Auditor JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 445+ Quality Auditor jobs










See all 445+ Quality Auditor Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Quality Auditor roles.
Get Access To All Jobs
About this Job
Overview
For more than 50 years, the LLA has helped the state of Louisiana foster accountability and transparency within Louisiana’s government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
Staff Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $49,000.
Staff Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $52,920.
Staff Auditor 3 has a minimum annual salary of $57,680.
Sr. Auditor 1 has a minimum annual salary of $64,150.
Sr. Auditor 2 has a minimum annual salary of $76,230.
The LLA is seeking individuals to fill vacancies in our Financial Audit Section. This individual should have a working knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards. In addition, a Financial Auditor should possess effective verbal and written communication skills and work effectively with the audit supervisor, auditee and team members. As part of our career progression framework, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Staff or Senior Auditor depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university (in any major), meeting the eligibility requirements to take the Certified Public Accountant examination in Louisiana, OR
Possess certification as a Certified Public Accountant.
Please visit our career site at www.llajobs.com or apply directly for this position by creating a profile and uploading the following information to https://careers-llajobs.icims.com/jobs/intro:
Resume
Cover letter
* Official or Unofficial College transcripts
Job Specification
Responsibilities
Examples listed below include brief samples of common duties associated with financial audits. Please note that not all tasks are included.
May conduct financial, operational, and/or compliance type audits for a state entity.
Assists in developing an audit project program and/or testing procedures.
Assists in preparing audit reports and follow up to determine if corrective action has been taken.
Performs financial audits by examining a variety of fiscal documents to ascertain the validity of information reported and the dependability of record keeping and reporting practices of an audited entity.
Performs operational audits by analyzing and testing to determine if operational effectiveness and efficiency are being achieved according to business unit strategic objectives, and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of process controls.
Performs compliance audits by testing to identify non-compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contractual obligations, or agency policies and procedures.
May perform special audit projects and investigations, as requested or required.
Uses effective sampling techniques during audits, as warranted.
Uses data processing information systems, software, and other automated tools to assist in performing audits.
Conducts inquiries of auditee personnel to gain an understanding of internal controls and is able to clearly document that understanding.
Obtains relevant audit evidence and makes a preliminary evaluation of that evidence to reach logical conclusions.
Identifies, assesses, and documents risks and demonstrates the ability to identify risks of material misstatement and risks of material noncompliance and/or indications of errors and irregularities or fraud and illegal acts during the conduct of the audit.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position.
Job Duties and Other Information
Benefits
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor offers a wide variety of benefits. As an employee you will earn competitive pay, choose from multiple benefit options and have access to our Professional Development Plan.
Flexible Working Arrangements:
Our agency has implemented flexible working arrangements through the use of alternative working schedules, telecommuting and other flexibilities. These arrangements vary between audit sections.
Professional Development:
Our goal is to encourage employees to achieve applicable professional certifications, continue pursuits of higher education and maintain Continuing Education requirements. Professional Development Plans are offered to each employee to continue and inspire governmental success and service.
Insurance Coverage:
The benefits package offered by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor recognizes the need for diversity, flexibility and uniqueness. Rather than providing the same benefits to everyone, regardless of their unique circumstances, each employee is provided the opportunity to pick just the right combination of benefits to suit their needs. The State of Louisiana pays a portion of the cost for group health and life insurance. More information can be found at http://info.groupbenefits.org/.
Deferred Compensation:
As a supplemental retirement savings plan for employees, The State offers a Deferred Compensation Plan for tax deferred savings.
Holidays and Leave:
State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement:
Employees of the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on eligibility). These systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for our employees and their beneficiaries. Our State retirement systems include Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org) or Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org).
See all 445+ H-1B Visa Quality Auditor Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Quality Auditor Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Auditor
Match your degree to SOC code 13-1041
Quality Auditors are classified under SOC 13-1041 by DOL. Confirm your degree field aligns with quality, industrial, or manufacturing engineering before applying, a mismatch between your credential and the SOC code is a common RFE trigger.
Look up prevailing wage before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through IV wage tiers for Quality Auditor in your target metro. Your offer must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage, so knowing the floor before negotiations prevents surprises after the petition is filed.
Target industries with active LCA filing histories
Pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive manufacturers file LCAs for Quality Auditor roles regularly. Search Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B filing history for this occupation, so you're only applying where sponsorship infrastructure already exists.
Get your ISO or ASQ certification documented early
ISO 9001 lead auditor credentials and ASQ Certified Quality Auditor certification strengthen your specialty occupation case. Gather official certificates, training transcripts, and scope letters now so your employer's attorney can include them if USCIS issues an RFE.
Ask employers about E-Verify enrollment upfront
H-1B employers must be enrolled in E-Verify or agree to enroll before your petition is filed. Raise this during the offer stage, not after signing. Some smaller contract manufacturers haven't enrolled and don't realize it's required for H-1B sponsorship.
Understand cap-gap if you're transitioning from OPT
If you're on F-1 OPT when your H-1B petition is selected in the lottery, your work authorization extends automatically under cap-gap rules until October 1. Confirm your employer files before the April 1 deadline so the cap-gap bridge is in place without a gap in employment.
H-1B Visa Quality Auditor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Auditor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in quality engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related field. The employer must demonstrate this degree requirement is standard for the role. Generalist auditor positions that accept any bachelor's degree can face RFEs, so job descriptions should specify the required field to support the specialty occupation argument.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Quality Auditor roles most often?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, medical device manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and aerospace contractors file the highest volume of LCAs for Quality Auditor positions. These industries operate under FDA, ISO, and AS9100 regulatory frameworks that require credentialed auditors. You can browse verified H-1B-sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and location.
What documents should I prepare to support an H-1B petition for a Quality Auditor position?
You'll need official transcripts and your degree certificate, any ISO lead auditor or ASQ Certified Quality Auditor credentials, letters from past employers confirming your auditing scope, and your passport biographical page. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency is typically required to establish U.S. equivalency for USCIS review.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect Quality Auditor job offers?
Before your employer files the H-1B petition, they must certify an LCA with DOL confirming your salary meets the prevailing wage for the Quality Auditor SOC code in your work location. The wage level assigned (I through IV) depends on your experience and job complexity. Use the OFLC Wage Search to see the wage tiers for your target city before finalizing your offer.
Can I switch Quality Auditor employers while on H-1B status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Your new employer files a fresh I-129 petition and LCA before or on your start date.