Quality Specialist

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in Lima. You will be part of our Global Team. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee the entire production process to ensure the highest standards of product and service excellence at our Composite Linings Manufacturing facility. In this role, you will lead the QA/QC team, manage the Quality Management System (QMS), direct all quality laboratory activities, and reinforce operational excellence. You will be the primary supervisor of ISO 9001:2015 compliance and hold the final authority on product release.

Responsibilities

Actively demonstrate that safety is your number one priority, conduct regular safety interactions, and ensure all incidents are reported and investigated; Manage, maintain, and audit the ISO 9001:2015 certification, acting as the final gatekeeper for product release; Manage Customer Feedback Reports (CFRs), Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system; Ensure the validity and traceability of laboratory results, oversee equipment calibration, and manage Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes for structural integrity; Lead technical investigations using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies; Direct and mentor the QA/QC team (including analysts and operators), monitor performance, allocate daily tasks, and foster a culture of precision and accountability

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering, or a closely related technical field; Minimum 5 years of proven experience in QA/QC roles within a manufacturing environment; Certified ISO 9001 Internal Auditor (with at least 1 year active experience); Level 2 Certification in NDT (VT, PT, MT); English proficiency at an Advanced Level (C1), capable of drafting technical reports and communicating with international clients

Nice to have

Six Sigma Green Belt is highly desired; Practical experience with mechanical laboratory equipment is preferred; Previous experience in Composite Linings is desired

Benefits

Annual performance bonus; EPS covered 100% by MAPFRE; Life and AD&D coverage provided by Bradken; Short and long term disability coverage provided by Bradken; Paid holidays, PTO and vacation; Reimbursement opportunities for employee training and education; Recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance; EAP (Employee Assistance Program): Mental health support for employees and their families