Job Title:  Quality Engineer

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #167228 - Sanford, Maine, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

The Quality Engineer provides a critical link between the Innovation team including Implementation and Support (I&S), Engineering (PD&I), Category Technical Managers, Plant Operations, and Quality. The role requires attention to detail while working at an energetic pace. The Quality Engineer is active and visible in promoting plant quality performance and consumer satisfaction supported with a strong and effective internal /external networking.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide daily support to the plant to address quality issues and continuous improvement initiatives by spending time in the production area and participating in the site Standard Daily Meeting (SDM) and Internal Quality Area Meetings.

• Ensure site quality systems are configured for current and upcoming production requirements in a timely manner.

• Conduct technical reviews of changes in specifications, processes, formulas, packaging, and labeling, to ensure product quality. Key reviewer in the Management of Change process.

• Interface effectively with key business partners including Operations, Technology, Business Unit, Procurement,and Vendors to drive Company results.

• Support key activities at the site by: reviewing processes and procedures including validation protocols, lead pre and post launch review meetings, submit stability samples for testing, external audit participation and other tasks as needed.

• Process Validation & Control: Oversees the validation program, including C&S, conducts risk analysis, maintains and updates, validation master plan, develops validation protocols for PQ, supports IQ/OQ in conjunction with the engineering team.

• Lead product inspections, line trials and other Quality Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s).

• Conduct training sessions on topics such as GMP, quality standards, validation, etc.

• Utilize quality tools such as Change Control, Failure Investigation, Control Charts, Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Notice of Deviations, etc. to help drive continuous improvement.

• Lead the Technology Transfer Quality Standard applicable to the Site for those specific site-related activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical / Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or related science/engineering discipline.

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing, a quality role or equivalent. 

• Demonstrated project management skills, ability to communicate effectively and deliver results in a fast paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A strong background in quality systems, understanding of cGMP and 21 CFR 210 & 211, and experience in working in a regulated industry (i.e. FDA)

• Working knowledge of SAP, validation software (KNEAT), InBatch or similar plant/quality related computer systems. 

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $79,200.00 - $111,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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