Global Quality Assurance Advisor

ExxonMobil India Careers; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical plans

Retirement benefits

Training and development program

Workplace flexibility policy

Job summary

ExxonMobil India Careers is looking for a Global Quality Assurance Advisor in Bengaluru. This role involves conducting quality assurance assessments, providing expert consulting, and improving industry standards. Candidates should have a BE in Chemical / Polymer or MSc with at least 5 years of auditing experience and 3 years of laboratory experience. Key benefits include competitive compensation, medical plans, and a flexible workplace policy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years auditing experience.
• At least 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Fluency in oral and written English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments at laboratory sites or remotely through audits.
• Prepare assessment reports documenting compliance status.
• Lead assessment preparation and close‑out meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of product quality assurance systems

Laboratory experience

Auditing tools including control charts

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

BE in Chemical / Polymer / Oil & Gas or MSc

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

ExxonMobil's affiliates in India have offices in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and the National Capital Region. They support the Product Solutions business by marketing, selling, and distributing performance and specialty products across chemicals and lubricants, and provide planning and analytics in alignment with global business units.

What Role You Will Play In Our Team

The Global Quality Assurance ("QA") Advisor position supports ExxonMobil Global Business Unit Product Quality Systems by conducting laboratory quality assurance assessments, providing expert quality assurance and laboratory methods consulting advice, and working with external organizations to improve industry laboratory and quality standards. QA Advisors interface with local laboratory staff, Business Unit Product Quality Advisors, Corporate Auditors, and external organizations, and collaborate with the Global EMBSI team to implement the business unit lab assessment program and provide technical consulting support.

Job will be based at Bangalore, Whitefield office (WFO) for 5 days a week.

What You Will Do

• Assess whether a laboratory follows quality control procedures and standards.
• Assess ExxonMobil and third‑party contract laboratories against internal and industry standards, including ISO 17025.
• Conduct assessments at laboratory sites or remotely through desktop or video audits; travel requirement is typically 50%.
• Examine laboratory standards, procedures, test methods, and testing equipment for conformance to requirements.
• Accurately pinpoint issues in documentation, data quality, and performance through the assessment.
• Prepare well‑written assessment reports documenting the assessment, compliance status, and recommendations for enhancing the quality system.
• Lead assessment preparation, progress, and close‑out meetings with staff and management; assist laboratory staff with audit follow‑up when required.
• Coordinate with auditing teams and ensure excellent communication between teams and laboratory management.
• Assist in the development of the assessment schedule and plan; assist in the development of annual budgets for assigned assessment areas.
• Provide professional and technical input for enhancements to data integrity and quality systems.
• Provide quality assurance technical support and consulting to laboratories as required.

About You

Required Skills & Qualifications

• BE in Chemical / Polymer / Oil & Gas or MSc with minimum 5 years of auditing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of product quality assurance systems and methods, including ISO 9001, ISO 17025, IATF.
• Solid experience with auditing tools such as control charts and statistical methods related to test methods and data.
• Oil and Chemical industry laboratory and manufacturing experience.
• HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training) certification, or the ability to complete HUET training course.
• Computer literate and proficient in commonly available software including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to manage working time and schedule.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem‑solving ability.
• Exceptional presentation, listening, and communication skills.
• ASQ (American Society for Quality) certifications are desirable.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team of auditors and independently.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Ability to write technical reports and present assessment information effectively.
• Strong ability to coach and educate team members and laboratory staff.
• Willingness to travel to international locations.

Your Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical plans, maternity leave and benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Global networking & cross‑functional opportunities.
• Annual vacations & holidays.
• Day care assistance program.
• Training and development program.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Workplace flexibility policy.
• Relocation program.
• Transportation facility.

EEO Statement

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability status.