Lab Quality Advisor

ExxonMobil; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical plans

Retirement benefits

Training and development program

Relocation program

Workplace flexibility policy

Job summary

ExxonMobil is seeking a Global QA Advisor based in Bangalore (Whitefield) to support the Product Quality Systems by conducting laboratory QA assessments and offering expert quality consulting. You will interact with local staff, Global EMBSI teams, and external auditors to strengthen our quality program.

You will travel internationally, lead assessment meetings, review laboratory procedures and testing equipment, and contribute to data integrity and quality system enhancements, with a focus on

Qualifications

• BE in Chemical / Polymer / Oil & Gas or MSc with min 5 Yrs of auditing experience.
• Minimum 3 Yrs of Laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of product quality assurance systems and methods including ISO9001 / ISO17025 / 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.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to effectively manage working time and schedule.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Exceptional presentation, listening, and communication skills.
• ASQ certifications are desirable
• Ability to travel to international locations.

Responsibilities

• Assess whether a laboratory follows quality control procedures and standards or not.
• Assess ExxonMobil and third-party contract laboratories against internal as well as industry standards including ISO 17025.
• Conduct assessments at laboratory sites or remotely through desk-top or video audits as required; 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 as required. 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.

Skills

QA systems knowledge

Auditing experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

BE in Chemical / Polymer / Oil & Gas or MSc

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

ExxonMobil’s affiliates in India

ExxonMobil’s affiliates have offices in India in Bengaluru, Mumbai and the National Capital Region.

ExxonMobil’s affiliates in India supporting the Product Solutions business engage in the marketing, sales and distribution of performance as well as specialty products across chemicals and lubricants businesses. The India planning teams are also embedded with global business units for business planning and analytics.

ExxonMobil’s LNG affiliate in India supporting the upstream business provides consultant services for other ExxonMobil upstream affiliates and conducts LNG market-development activities.

The Global Business Center - Technology Center provides a range of technical and business support services for ExxonMobil’s operations around the globe.

ExxonMobil strives to make a positive contribution to the communities where we operate and its affiliates support a range of education, health and community-building programs in India. Read more about ourCorporate Responsibility Framework.

To know more about ExxonMobil in India, visitExxonMobil Indiaand theEnergy Factor India.

What role you will play in our team

The Global Quality Assurance (“QA”) Advisor position provides supports to 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 are required to interface with local laboratory staff, Business unit Product Quality Advisors, Corporate Auditors, and external organizations. Global QA Advisors interact with the Global EMBSI (ExxonMobil Biomedical Sciences, Inc) 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 in a week.

What you will do

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  Assess whether a laboratory follows quality control procedures and standards or not.
• Assess ExxonMobil and third-party contract laboratories against internal as well as industry standards including ISO 17025.
• Conduct assessments at laboratory sites or remotely through desk-top or video audits as required; 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 as required. 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 min 5 Yrs of auditing experience.
• Should have minimum 3 Yrs of Laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of product quality assurance systems and methods including ISO9001 / ISO17025 / 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.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in commonly available software including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Strong ability to effectively 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.
• Able to work effectively as part of a diverse team of auditors and independently.
• Ability to communicate fluently in both oral and written English.
• Must have efficiently written technical reports and effectively presented the information related to assessments.
• Strong ability to coach and educate team members and laboratory staff.
• Must be willing to travel to international locations.

Your benefits

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance and life.We offer you:

• 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

Please note benefits may change from time to time without notice, subject to applicable laws. The benefits programs are based on the Company’s eligibility guidelines

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