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Quality Systems Lead - Chemical Manufacturing
QA/QC
QA/QC
Contract
May 11, 2026
Port Neches, Texas
Opportunity Snapshot:
- Compensation: $49.00/hour
- Location: Port Neches, TX
- Assignment Duration: 6 months+
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, hybrid, 40 hours +
- Benefits: Comprehensive with 401K, holidays and PTO
Join a dynamic team as a Quality Systems Lead in Chemical Manufacturing and play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, safety, and compliance of manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned quality professional to lead validation strategies, oversee audits, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you're passionate about quality assurance and ensuring product safety at the highest standards, this role offers the perfect platform to showcase your expertise and make a meaningful impact.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and manage the Validation Master Plan and related protocols to guarantee equipment, systems, and process validation.
- Lead internal and external audit programs, coordinating scope, objectives, and compliance efforts.
- Investigate non-conformities through root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions.
- Maintain and improve the local Quality Management System, ensuring adherence to industry standards and certifications such as ISO, BRCGS, EXCiPACT, and FSSC22000.
- Oversee product safety practices, including risk assessments, cleaning validations, and Critical Control Point (CCP) validations.
- Drive continuous improvement by defining KPIs, updating documentation, and promoting a culture of quality and safety.
- Provide training and support across teams to foster a quality-centric environment.
- Manage budgets, process invoices, and support other QA activities to ensure seamless operations.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
- 5-7 years of experience in environment compliance and quality assurance within manufacturing.
- Proven track record leading and conducting internal and external audits.
- Strong knowledge of GMP standards and industry certifications (EXCiPACT, FSSC22000, BRCGS, ISO 9001, etc.).
- Excellent problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis.
- Ability to develop, implement, and manage validation and quality protocols.
- Effective communication and training skills.
- Proficiency with Document Management Systems and KPI development.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with ISO 22716, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, RSPO, EFfCI, Kosher, Halal standards.
- Knowledge of product safety management authority and risk analysis.
- Prior experience in the chemical manufacturing industry or related sectors.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance unrelated to GMP standards.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
- 5-7 years of experience specifically focused on quality systems, audits, and compliance in a manufacturing environment.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work a full-time schedule Monday through Friday in a hybrid setting.
- Willingness to support the team with occasional travel or additional responsibilities as needed.
- Commitment to maintaining current quality certifications and seeking ongoing process improvements.
If you're ready to lead quality initiatives that make a real difference, apply now to join our team and help shape the future of chemical manufacturing quality standards!