Quality Assurance Lead Site Coordinator

Indorama Ventures; Texas; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

WellHub / TotalPass

Life insurance

And other exclusive benefits

Job summary

Indorama Ventures - Indovinya is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead Coordinator to join the Quality Lab team in Port Neches, Texas. The role drives the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of the QMS through audits, aiming for regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across quality and food safety systems.

The ideal candidate will lead audits, define KPIs, manage non-conformances, and oversee supplier quality programs, ensuring adherence to HARCP, GMPs, and ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical or Industrial Engineering or closely related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Fluent English.
• Lead ISO9001 Auditor.
• Internal Auditor of GMP/GDP/GFSI (BRC, FSSC 22000, EXCiPACT, RC14001, RSPO, etc.).
• Green Belt certification (minimum).
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office including SharePoint and PowerBI.
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety/HACCP regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Define KPIs and their criteria with a continuous improvement approach and governance.
• Update and control Document Management System.
• Lead local Quality & Product Safety Committees.
• Conduct internal audits and manage audit processes.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints and non-conformances.
• Manage non-conformance data and follow-ups, ensuring effective resolutions.
• Provide feedback and approval during new product introduction process.
• Promote and ensure compliance with Quality and Safety Management System.
• Maintain current quality certifications and drive improvements.
• Implement new quality certifications aligned with business strategy.
• Manage customer paperwork and respond to quality and food safety requests.
• Host customer audits as primary point of contact.
• Conduct quality onboarding for new employees.
• Qualify and monitor suppliers, supporting supplier audits.
• Monitor quality metrics and report to senior management.

Skills

Quality mindset

Auditing

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Have you ever thought about being part of a company that reimagines chemistry every day to build a better world? That's the purpose of Indorama Ventures, and we want you with us on this journey!

We are looking for innovative, collaborative professionals who are ready to embrace the challenge of working in a company that is constantly expanding internationally.

We value flexibility, partnership, and believe that the impact of our actions goes far beyond the chemical industry.

Here, diversity matters.

Our work environment is inclusive, diverse, and guided by respect, ethics, and equal opportunities for all.

What we’re looking for:

Indorama Ventures- Indovinya is looking for a Quality Assurance Lead Coordinator to join our Quality Lab team in Port Neches, Texas. The Quality Assurance (QA) Lead Coordinator ensures the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) through audits, aiming for compliance and continuous improvement of the Quality and Food Safety System. This role promotes preventive actions to meet regulatory standards (HARCP, GMP's, ISO 9001, EFFCI, among others) and monitors non-conformances arising from various source, ensuring product and processes in line with Indorama - Indovinya policies.

What will be expected from you?

• Define KPIs and their criteria with a continuous improvement approach and governance.
• Update and control Document Management System.
• Lead local Quality & Product Safety Committees.
• Conduct internal audits and manage audit processes.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints and non-conformances.
• Manage non-conformance data (including data entry) and follow-ups, determining applicability and ensuring effective resolutions.
• Provide feedback and approval during new product introduction process.
• Promote, influence, and ensure compliance with the Quality and Safety Management System.
• Maintain current quality certifications, executing actions based on risk analysis, potential and real nonconformities, seeking continuous improvement.
• Implement new quality certifications aligned with business strategy.
• Manage customer paperwork required quality critical analysis (questionnaires, quality agreements, contracts, statements) and respond to customer requests related to the Quality and Food Safety System.
• Primary point of contact for hosting customer audits.
• Conduct quality onboarding for new employees
• Qualify and monitor of suppliers, supporting supplier audits.
• Monitor the quality metrics and report status to senior management. Prepare other regular reports.
• Develop cleaning and CCP (Critical Control Points) validations.
• Monitor the Foreign Supplier Verification Program-FDA
• Manage and keep track the waiver process of raw materials and finished goods.
• Implement GMP practices applicable to Quality Assurance.
• Develop initiatives and programs to promote quality standards.
• Develop and deliver training.
• Manage budget and process invoices.
• Support other functions in QA-related aspects or inquiries.
• Perform and support other activities at other facilities/locations as requested by the direct supervisor.

What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field
• Experience in Chemical / Petrochemical industry
• Language: English fluent
• 7 years of experience in Quality Assurance
• Lead ISO9001 Auditor
• Internal Auditor of GMP/GDP/ GFSI Certification (BRC, FSSC 22000, EXCiPACT, RC14001, RSPO, etc.)
• Green Belt certification (minimum)
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office programs, including SharePoint and PowerBI.
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety/ HACCP regulatory standards.
• Unwavering integrity
• Strong facilitation and team-building skills
• Excellent analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skill, effective at all organizational levels.
• Facilitator of change.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multitask, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of safety awareness.
• Strong organizing and time management skills
• Ability to change priorities while meeting deadlines.

What can we offer you?

Indorama Ventures- Indovinya is a leading chemical intermediates and surfactants producer with a diverse range of products in growth markets such as home & personal care, agrochemicals, oilfield technologies, fuel & lube additives and more. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical, vision and dental, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, and 401k. Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us!

What do we offer?

• Health insurance
• WellHub / TotalPass
• Life insurance
• And other exclusive benefits

The division you'll be joining is a global leader in the chemical industry. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

We're Indovinya, a top producer of chemical intermediates and surfactants. Our extensive portfolio is designed to meet our customers' most diverse needs. As producers of solutions used for crops, oil and gas, coatings, home and personal care, and other applications, we are present in the daily lives of millions worldwide. Through our increasingly sustainable chemistry, designed to meet the needs of each of our customers carefully, we want to transform our operations and products into something increasingly relevant for the planet.

We are part of Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, one of the world's leading petrochemical producers, and are present globally with manufacturing in Europe, Africa, Americas, and Asia-Pacific. With 18 plants, seven R&D centers, and an experienced management team, we have a strong track record of environmental stewardship. Our expertise lies in innovative, eco-friendly chemistry. Today, Indovinya emerges as a more robust and strategic company dedicated to driving new business opportunities while prioritizing the well-being of countless individuals as employees, customers, suppliers and mainly the communities close to our operations worldwide.