Compliance Coordinator

Washington Mills; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Subsidized medical and dental plans

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Washington Mills seeks a detail‑oriented Compliance Specialist to join our Niagara Falls, NY team. The role emphasizes maintaining audit records, coordinating audits, and tracking corrective actions within a robust quality system.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 3–5 years in manufacturing quality, and strong written/verbal communication. US citizenship and security clearance eligibility are required. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a quality system (ISO9001, Nadcap, NQA-1, or similar).
• Detail‑oriented mindset to ensure timely filings and organized documents.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and oversight.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• US Citizen willing and able to obtain government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate yearly audit schedule and ensure requirements are met.
• Maintain all audit records, including notes and reports.
• Coordinate and complete audits, backshift and quality, communicating results.
• Track CARs/PARs to ensure timely responses to issues.
• Trend CAR/PAR findings to proactively spot weaknesses.
• Maintain document control system for the government program and issuance of records.
• Update procedures and documentation with employees.
• Develop and maintain document control program for the NFNY business unit.
• Serve as Facilities Security Officer and communicate security plan updates.
• Submit clearance approval documents for incoming program employees.
• Provide administration support to the Program Director.

Skills

Detail‑oriented

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree (business or technical field)

Tools

ISO9001

Nadcap

NQA-1

Job description

Ask Yourself This…

Are you passionate about compliance and enjoy being organized, proactive, and collaborative? We are seeking a detail-oriented compliance specialist to join our team in Niagara Falls, NY. This newly created role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values accuracy and accountability, and is excited to help support and strengthen compliance processes.

Position type: Full-Time, Salaried

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

Ask Yourself This…

Are you passionate about compliance and enjoy being organized, proactive, and collaborative? We are seeking a detail-oriented compliance specialist to join our team in Niagara Falls, NY. This newly created role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, values accuracy and accountability, and is excited to help support and strengthen compliance processes.

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands‑on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate yearly audit schedule and ensure requirements are met
• Maintain all audit records, including relevant notes and reports
• Coordinate and complete audits, backshift and quality, communicating the results
• Track Corrective Action Requests and Preventative Action Requests (CAR/PARs) to ensure the team appropriately responds to issues
• Trend CAR/PAR findings to proactively spot weaknesses and address the problem
• Maintain document control system for the government program, including issuing new and revised records to all affected employees
• Work with employees to update procedures and documentation
• Develop and maintain the document control program for the NFNY business unit
• Serve as Facilities Security Officer for the site and communicate updates to the security plan
• Submit clearance approval documents for incoming program employees as needed.
• Provide administration support to the Program Director

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a technical field or related curriculum, preferred
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a quality system (ISO9001, Nadcap, NQA-1, or similar)
• Detail-oriented mindset to ensure timely filings are maintained and documents remain organized and up to date
• Ability to work with minimal direction and oversight
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be a US Citizen willing and able to obtain government security clearance

Compensation

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family‑friendly sick and personal leave policies
• Opportunities for career development

Washington Mills aims to deliver a comprehensive compensation package. The compensation provided is the national pay range for this position of $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year depending on experience. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Interested?

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.