Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer - Owensboro KY

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke‑free future.

This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate. The Quality Assurance Engineer will drive process and continuous improvement initiatives within the Owensboro facility. This role supports quality control, supplier quality, material management, and corrective action processes. The engineer will analyze data, identify inefficiencies, and implement solutions to enhance product quality and operational performance.

• Analyze quality data to support factory KPIs and objectives.
• Prepare quality reports and elevate deviations as needed.
• Provide ad‑hoc analysis and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to share best practices and standards.

• Maintain and update quality reporting systems.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Conduct statistical analysis using tools such as SQL, Python, R, SPSS, and Power BI.

• Develop and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement plans.
• Support QMS procedures and related training activities.
• Challenge existing processes and products to identify productivity opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering or relevant skills through demonstrated experience.
• 4+ years experience in Quality Assurance/Supplier Quality in tobacco, food, pharmaceutical or similar industry.
• Expertise of DynFO and material Quality.
• Advanced knowledge of International standards (ISO).
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Knowledge of QMS, CAPA, and supplier quality management is a plus.

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, and much more!
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society:
  To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.