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Sr Manager, Global Quality Systems

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we're transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you'll be empowered to make a real impacton your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site Shift + Hours: 1st Shift Location: Deer Park, TX or Wickliffe, Ohio Travel: About 30%

How You'll Make an Impact As a Sr. Manager, Global Quality Systems you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

The Sr Manager, Global Quality Systems is a global enterprise leader responsible for shaping, standardizing, and continuously improving Lubrizol's Quality Management System (QMS). This role drives the strategic vision for a unified One Lubrizol QMS, ensuring risk?based management, compliance with global standards, operational excellence, and fulfillment of customer?specific requirementsincluding OEM expectations. This role leads regional QMS leaders globally, supports all Lubrizol manufacturing sites across LZA and LZAM, and directly influences enterprise quality strategy, policy, and performance.

In this role, you will:

• Set global QMS strategy, define One Lubrizol QMS vision, and deploy global standardization goals.
• Harmonize LZA and LZAM quality standards including ISO 9001, IATF 16949, EFfCI, IPEC GMP/Excipact, Kosher, and Halal requirements.
• Lead global Regional QMS Managers; ensure consistent QMS maturity development across all manufacturing sites.
• Oversee global audit readiness: customer audits, internal audits, and recertification audits; lead audit response strategy.
• Manage QMS documentation systems, SAP Q Module, Incident Management, non-conformance processes, and IATF documentation such as PPAP and PSW.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical), Operations Management, or related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years QMS leadership experience in the chemical industry or technically equivalent environment.
• Minimum 5 years leading international teams.
• Global QMS auditing experience and ability to travel internationally.
• Expertise with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, EFfCI, IPEC GMP/Excipact, Kosher, and Halal standards.
• Experience serving as QMS internal auditor.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder?management skills at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to lead complex customer audits and interactions.
• Strong analytical and problem?solving capabilities.
• Working knowledge of SAP Quality and Incident Management modules.
• Fluency in English
• Strategic mindset with global orientation; collaborative and influential leadership style.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Familiarity with CRM and global customer support ERP platforms.

Your Work Environment At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best workwhether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better.

Our specialty chemistry solutionsfrom engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world's toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value.

Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern worldbrought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let's build the future together.