The Layered Process Audits training is conducted by an experienced practitioner with hands-on expertise in managing layered process audits within a global Tier 1 supplier organization serving major automotive industry customers.

Layered Process Audits training agenda:

1. Introduction to Conducting Layered Process Audits:

• Definition of Layered Process Audits

• IATF 16949 requirements

• Customer-Specific Requirements in cooperation with Stellantis and GM

2. Planning and Implementation of Layered Process Audits:

• Interpretation of CQI-8 requirements

• Structuring audit levels within the organization

• Communication strategies and audit flow

3. Defining the Requirements of Audited Processes

4. Creating and Verifying the Layered Audit Checklist:

• Checklist input sources: certification body, corporate and customer audits, safety concerns, etc.

• Top management’s responsibility in planning and implementing layered audits

5. Defining Auditor Responsibilities and Audit Frequency

6. Nonconformity Management

7. Reporting Examples for Layered Audit Execution:

• Execution of audits across various levels

• Compliance percentage of completed audits

8. Best Practices:

• Presentation of audit form examples used by automotive companies

Intended Audience:

• Internal quality personnel

• Customer quality representatives

• Production leaders

• Process quality staff

• Managers at all levels

• Individuals involved in the maintenance and improvement of production processes

• People with varying levels of knowledge about audit methods