Lead Quality Engineer – Fluorochemical Ops & Compliance

Arkema; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group seeks a senior quality and regulatory leader to guide product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across fluorochemical lines (Forane, PCA, Cigalon) in the Americas, with cross-functional collaboration across production, lab, supply chain and commercial teams to safeguard product integrity and regulatory adherence.

Based in Calvert City, KY with hybrid flexibility and regular on-site presence; travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, quality engineering, or supply chain engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
• ISO 9001 and Six Sigma certifications preferred.
• Strong technical expertise in chemical manufacturing, fluorochemical processes, and quality systems.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; able to interpret SPC data and identify trends.
• Proficiency in leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Experience managing QMS procedures, ISO documentation, and electronic document systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with production, laboratory, supply chain and customers.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and emergency response readiness.

Responsibilities

• Lead nonconformance investigations and coordinate corrective and preventive actions across production, laboratory, and supply chain teams.
• Lead customer complaint investigations and support internal and external quality audits.
• Develop, streamline, and oversee Quality Management System (QMS) procedures, including management of SharePoint EDMS.
• Provide guidance on product testing optimization and support for high-purity production campaigns.
• Oversee quality testing optimization and support high-purity or specialty production campaigns as needed.
• Interface between business and plant understanding of capabilities and new product/customer requirements.
• Complete customer surveys and inquiries as required.
• PCA liaison between laboratory, production, and operations for PCA-related processes.
• Provide technical support for MARPOL operations, vessel cleaning, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain ISO documentation for PCA and related supply chain processes.
• Oversee PCA equipment programs, including maintenance, corrosion monitoring, sampling procedures, and testing optimization.
• Support maritime transfers, barges, isotanks, and bulk storage equipment for Cigalon and Maritime Logistics.
• Ensure equipment readiness and compliance with quality and safety requirements.
• Support ISO-related logistics projects and testing requirements for loading operations.
• Provide backup emergency response support for PCA and BF3 with HES teams.
• Assist with BF3 driver training and related safety documentation.
• Review and approve technical artwork, labeling, and branding updates for fluorochemical products.
• Support tolling partner coordination and MEGC inspections.
• Collaborate with supply chain on import processes, production planning, and material flow.
• Coordinate equipment readiness, storage, product specs, and transloading activities.
• Lead supplier complaint and raw material investigations; participate in S&OP meetings.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

SPC data

QMS procedures

ISO 9001

Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SharePoint EDMS

Job description

The Arkema Group seeks a senior quality and regulatory leader to guide product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across fluorochemical lines (Forane, PCA, Cigalon) in the Americas, with cross-functional collaboration across production, lab, supply chain and commercial teams to safeguard product integrity and regulatory adherence.

Based in Calvert City, KY with hybrid flexibility and regular on-site presence; travel up to 10% may be required.