Quality NIR Specialist

Career Opportunities:
Quality NIR Specialist (174543)

Requisition  – Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States
• On-site
• Travel up to 10% of the time. No relocation assistance offered.

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.

Execute the Near-Infra Red (NIR) program for on-line, in-line, and at-line methods, focusing on process monitoring, control, and the release of raw materials and finished products in compliance with CP Standards and Guideline. This role provides technical support by documenting deviations, leading NIR projects, resolving non-conformances, and authoring CAPAs to ensure operational excellence.

• Execute the NIR program, including control charting, documentation, bias evaluation, and equipment maintenance to ensure compliance for internal and external audits.
• Collect data for NIR calibration development and support the validation of rapid analytical methods to optimize manufacturing consistency.
• Troubleshoot issues related to NIR processes and programs while providing analytical lab support to meet shifting business needs.
• Write CAPAs and deviations for out-of-specification finished products and raw materials; lead NIR projects and hold resolutions.
• Implement and monitor SOPs in compliance with CP Standards, and train manufacturing staff on developed methods and instrument utilization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Sciences, Biology, or a related scientific field.
• 3+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory within the food, consumer product, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated experience with general analytical laboratory practices, instrumentation, and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).

• Experience in calibration development using analytical instrumentation software and method development in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in NIR operation software (e.g., ISIScan, ISINova, Mosaic) or comparable laboratory software and tools.
• Strong knowledge of Statistics and Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools.
• Proven ability to make decisions under pressure, build cross-functional relationships across Quality and Product Supply, and apply strong problem-solving skills.

Salary Range: $52,800.00 – $80,000.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, subject to eligibility. Vacation/PTO: a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days;

paid holidays: 13 days. Paid sick leave varies by role and location in accordance with local laws. Details provided at hiring and may be subject to change.

We develop talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers worldwide and foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring individuals can be authentic, respected, and empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer. 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, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please submit a request form if accommodation is required.

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