Quality Systems Specialist

Chem-Impex International, Inc.•Wood Dale, IL

About The Position

Quality execution is critical to how we maintain consistency, compliance, and customer trust across our operations. We are seeking a Quality Systems Specialist to own the day-to-day execution of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring quality processes are consistently executed, tracked, and closed out.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Systems (chemical or life sciences preferred)
Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
Experience with CAPA, change control, deviations, and supplier quality systems
Familiarity with nonconformance management and quality tracking systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and digital quality platforms
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SDS or hazard communication (preferred)

Responsibilities

Manage nonconformance (NCM) investigations from intake through closure
Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, documentation, and follow-ups
Track and report key quality metrics and open items
Coordinate change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and document revisions
Ensure tracking and closure of open quality actions
Maintain controlled documents and training records
Support supplier qualification, documentation review, and onboarding
Assist with supplier audits and performance tracking
Verify Certificates of Analysis (CoA) to flag discrepancies impacting product consistency
Maintain quarantine and nonconforming material records
Support chemical disposal and inventory alignment
Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to ensure material integrity
Support SDS management and hazard communication compliance
Ensure alignment across SDS, CoA, and product specifications
Maintain calibration logs and quality system records