Quality Engineer

Philip Morris International; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Career development opportunities

Impact on smoke-free mission

Job summary

Philip Morris International seeks a Quality Engineer to deliver quality expertise across manufacturing, ensuring compliance with quality standards, product specifications and regulatory requirements. The role drives continuous improvement, supports the Quality Management System, investigates issues and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to enhance product quality and process reliability.

The position emphasizes change management, supplier quality, audits, CAPA, data analysis and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, biological sciences, physical sciences, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance within manufacturing environments, preferably in regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards, CAPA, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with PMI environmental, health, safety and sustainability requirements.
• Lead change management to maintain validated processes, conduct risk assessments and track quality metrics.
• Manage material quality programs including incoming inspections, non-conformance handling and CAPA.
• Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and GMP/ISO compliance.
• Coordinate audits, monitor CAPA and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Provide technical support on product and process quality issues; drive improvements.
• Lead investigations of non-conformities, deviations and complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze quality data, prepare reports, identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Execute validation activities and support qualification of systems and processes.
• Deliver quality-related training and build quality capabilities across the organization.

Skills

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Quality improvement

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Be Part of a Revolutionary Change

At PMI, we're building a smoke-free future and transforming our business through innovation. Join us and help create meaningful impact while developing your career in a global organization.

Job Summary

The Quality Engineer provides quality expertise and support across manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with quality standards, product specifications, and regulatory requirements. The role drives continuous improvement initiatives, supports quality management systems, investigates quality issues, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, operational performance, and process reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with PMI, legal, environmental, health, safety, and sustainability requirements while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Lead and coordinate change management activities to maintain validated manufacturing processes, systems, and methods. Conduct risk assessments and track quality metrics.
• Manage material quality programs, including incoming material inspections, acceptance criteria, non-conformance handling, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with internal standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ISO requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and ensure timely completion of audit findings.
• Provide technical support on product and process quality issues, perform risk assessments, and drive improvements to quality performance and productivity.
• Lead investigations of non-conformities, deviations, and customer complaints, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze quality data, prepare reports, identify trends, and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Execute validation activities, ensure proper documentation, and support qualification of manufacturing systems and processes.
• Deliver quality-related training and collaborate with internal stakeholders to build quality capabilities and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance within manufacturing environments, preferably in tobacco, food, pharmaceutical, or similar regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, root cause analysis, CAPA, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and project management tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English and the local language.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to shape your future and grow within a global organization.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• A chance to contribute to PMI's smoke-free vision and positive societal impact.

An inclusive and diverse workplace culture.

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