Quality Assurance Professional

W. L. Gore & Associates; Elkton (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package (medical, dental, and

Employee stock ownership plan

Competitive total rewards

Job summary

Gore is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to join our QA team in Elkton, Maryland with a hybrid work arrangement. You will support end-to-end product quality and process effectiveness aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.

You will lead quality initiatives, perform audits, analyze data, and help develop training and controlled documents while collaborating across manufacturing and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field with equivalent training/certifications accepted.
• Experience with GMP/ISO or international regulatory requirements.
• Experience analyzing quality data and driving improvement projects.
• Experience conducting internal, external, or supplier audits.
• Proficiency with process mapping and root-cause analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on quality management system requirements and ensure compliant operations.
• Lead or support quality initiatives aligned with business priorities.
• Analyze quality data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits, including corrective actions.
• Lead problem-solving using root-cause analysis, process mapping, and Kaizen.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to prevent and resolve quality issues.
• Translate quality standards into effective procedures and training.
• Develop and support quality-related training and documentation.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Kaizen

Structured problem solving

Cross-functional teams

Audits

Data analysis

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science or related field

Lean Six Sigma training or equivalent

Tools

Lotus Notes QSI

Achiever+

ETQ

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Associate to join our Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support our business by driving end to end quality of product and effectivity of processes that are aligned with customer and external requirements. This role includes providing critical day-to-day quality support of our functional teams.

This position will be located in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Pay and Benefits:

• $90,000 - $110,000 per year
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and interpretation on quality management system requirements, processes, and practices to support effective and compliant operations.
• Lead or support quality initiatives aligned with business and quality priorities.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify risks, improvement opportunities, and appropriate corrective or preventive actions.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support external audits, including audit preparation, follow-up, and corrective-action activities.
• Lead and facilitate structured problem-solving and continual-improvement activities using tools such as root cause analysis, process mapping, and Kaizen.
• Collaborate with and influence manufacturing and cross-functional teams to prevent, investigate, and resolve quality issues.
• Translate applicable quality standards and requirements into effective procedures, practices, and behaviors.
• Develop, coordinate, and support quality-related training requirements, assignments, and activities.
• Develop clear, evidence-based technical rationales that document background, supporting information, risk considerations, and conclusions.
• Originate, review, and approve controlled documents and changes to ensure accuracy, completeness, clarity, and compliance with established requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field, OR equivalent industry training/certification in Lean manufacturing methods and tools such as structured problem solving or Lean Six Sigma.
• Minimum of 5 years of Quality, Engineering, or Quality Assurance experience, including at least 2 years supporting compliance with GMP, ISO, or applicable international regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing quality data and performance trends to identify issues, prioritize improvement opportunities, and initiate and successfully drive corrective and continual-improvement projects to completion.
• Experience conducting or supporting internal, external, or supplier audits, including reviewing documentation, interviewing process owners, documenting findings, and supporting corrective actions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis using tools such as process mapping, 5 Whys or fishbone analysis.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated behavior that models the Gore culture to achieve an inclusive environment and exceptional business results.
• Demonstrated networking and influencing skills; ability to collaborate and influence effectively across a broad range of associates spanning varied disciplines and responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to organize, analyze, and clearly present quality information.
• Ability to travel at least 5%.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Lead Auditor Certificateand/or Quality Professional Certification.
• Experience with Lotus Notes QSI or Achiever+ / ETQ / SAP.
• Experience in Chemical Industry.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore’s work arrangement policies.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

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