Quality Management Systems Coordinator - W.L. Gore & Associates

About the Role: We are looking for a Quality Management System Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the compliance of Gore Fabric's US Management Systems to internal and external standards. As a Management System Coordinator, you will be driving successful audits for ISO:9001. You will participate in developing the management system strategy, identifying areas for improvement, and help drive management system software implementations.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Pay and Benefits:

• $95,000 - $110,000 per year
• Roles above $150k are eligible for the variable pay program each fiscal year, based on defined business performance metrics.
• 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:
  
  • Development, implementation, improvement and continuous reinforcement of established Quality fundamental processes
  • Provide input into the development of the business strategy to ensure compliance
  • Assist in ensuring compliance in accordance with documented procedures for all aspects of functional responsibility including an understanding of upcoming changes to the applicable standards
  • Develop and provide a Quality training program to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
  • Support and manage the internal audit program
  • Conduct regional Integrated Management Systems (IMS) reviews
  • Plan and lead internal and external audits in compliance to ISO:9001. This includes leading plant leaders and associates through audit preparation
  • Prepare, respond and manage all external communications applicable to ISO:9001. This includes communicating risks found during audits to cross functional teams
    Required Qualifications:
    
    • Minimum of 5 years of experience working within ISO:9001 Quality Management Systems
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in auditing ISO:9001
    • Certified lead auditor to ISO:9001
    • Experience being the Quality Representative/ lead 3rd party audits by following developed audit plans, assigning audit tasks, conducting audit meetings, defining corrective actions, and managing follow-up activities
    • Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills, including customer interaction in person, by phone, or email to support audit team tasks
    • Strong computer skills; experienced with Microsoft Office applications
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage time effectively with minimal supervision
    • Ability to contribute within a team, actively engage and partner with manufacturing, leadership and technical Associates
    • Ability to influence large teams
    • Ability to travel up to 10%
      
      Desired Qualifications:
      
      • Experience with ISO: 14001 Environmental Management System and ISO: 45001 Occupational Health and Safety
      • Textile related experience
      • Experience in Lotus Notes, SAP
        
        This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC -1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC -1255a.
        
        
        
        Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore's hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.
        
        
        
        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
        
        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. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
        
        Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of 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 covered 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 U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
        
        Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact