Quality Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026.
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #176790 - Morristown, Tennessee, 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.
Job Summary
As a Quality Engineer your responsibility will be to improve process capability with regards to evaluating process data and implementing corrective action to achieve plant KPI indicators. You will also be responsible for issuing, maintaining, controlling, and auditing documentation required for Quality and cGMP compliance. These include, but are not limited to:
Product Specification and process parameters revision and trending
Management Failure Investigations and CAPAs
Quality Standards and Guidelines
Product Recall investigations
Vendor/Supplier Management via Audits, Specification Verifications, Performance concerns, etc.
Quality Training preparation and facilitation as required
SPC and Process Control Attributes
Development and Management of Process Capabilities throughout production
Support the day-to-day Packaging Materials and Raw Materials quality concerns and issues
Assist with day-to-day functions in the production area involving quality matters
Assist in Consumer Complaint Program, specifically with investigations and CAPA
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Responsibilities
Establishing and maintaining robust quality systems in making and finishing areas to ensure optimal process control, capability, and compliance, including trending KPIs.
Proactively managing historical quality data, maintaining specifications in enterprise software (e.g., SAP, OPERA, Inbatch, serialization system), and overseeing system setups for raw materials, formulas, and process changes.
Partnering with suppliers to meet performance requirements and oversee the packaging supplier management program, which includes handling complaints, conducting inspections, and leading continuous improvement efforts including supplier audits. Attending supplier meetings & Quality excellence programs.
Conducting quality failure investigations, performing root cause analysis (RCA), managing CAPAs,, and supporting internal/corporate audits and GMP walkthroughs.
Supporting the development of validation protocols and assisting in managing technology transfers across the organization (e.g. component alignment process, change controls, system setups,
Operational Support: Providing guidance on packaging quality issues, support EMOs, maintaining relevant SOPs, and tracking KPIs to drive improvements on production lines
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is required
A minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing plant environment
A minimum of 2 years of experience conducting Failure Investigations, Correction and Preventative Action (CAPA)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using SPC, Minitab or other statistical tools
Experience in a regulated industry (i.e. FDA)
Knowledge of GMPs or ISO 9000
Experience in a Technology Transfer role
Experience using SAP or other plant related computer systems
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $76,800.00 - $121,000.00 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.
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