Job Description

Quality Control Specialist

Location: İzmir

Qualifications we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering,
• Preferably at least 3 years of experience in petrochemical laboratory,
• Technical Knowledge with ISO 17025 standard,
• At least Upper-Intermediate level of English,
• Experience with lubricants and additives,
• Technical knowledge of SPC, MSA, measurement uncertainty, method validation,
• Good command of SAP, LIMS and MS Office Programs,
• Experience in spectrophotometric analysis,
• Able to work in a shift system,
• Good communication and analytical skills,
• Experienced in management processes,
• Detail-oriented, proactive, strong reporting skills and team player.

Resident in İzmir. Position will be based in İzmir Aliağa Plant.

Your areas of responsibility:

• Ensure incoming inspection, testing, analysis, and quality control activities are carried out for raw materials, semi-finished products, finished products, and packaging materials.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, analytical instruments, and monitoring systems are properly maintained, calibrated, and validated, with full traceability of calibration, maintenance, and performance records.
• Analyze quality risks plants processes and implement preventive action plans to mitigate potential quality issues.
• Ensure traceability, accuracy, and integrity of laboratory data and test results.
• Manage validation and verification activities for new and existing laboratory test methods.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies to ensure measurement system reliability and maintain measurement uncertainty calculations.
• Monitor emerging laboratory technologies and integrate suitable analytical methods into laboratory operations.
• Ensure the sustainability of ISO/IEC 17025 accredited methods and lead scope extension activities when required.
• Monitor and maintain quality assurance documentation processes.
• Maintain and continuously improve Quality Management System documentation and coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Support activities related to Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) and Change Control.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and perform supplier quality audits when necessary.
• Analyze customer complaints and prepare technical investigation and resolution reports.

Our Advantages

Fuchs offers a challenging yet rewarding work environment where employees are encouraged to develop and advance their professional careers. In this role, you will contribute to a variety of projects that will expand your professional experience and strengthen your competencies in a global context. The position also provides a comprehensive benefits package.