What are the responsibilities and job description for the ISO Implementation Specialist position at International Extrusion Corporation?
General Summary:
The ISO Implementation Specialist is responsible for planning, executing and sustaining the implementation of ISO 9001 at our Waxahachie, Texas location. This role ensures the facility achieves and maintains certification while embedding best practices into daily operations. This position is highly collaborative, working with plant leadership, operations, and quality teams to drive a culture of compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the ISO 9001 implementation for facility
- Develop site-specific Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned to corporate requirements
- Coordinate with external certification bodies to achieve ISO 9001 certification
- Establish, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and work instructions required by ISO 9001
- Ensure effective document control and training for new systems
- Monitor ongoing compliance and readiness for surveillance audits
- Conduct internal audits, gap analyses, and management reviews
- Track nonconformities and drive corrective/preventative actions to closure
- Support supplier audits where ISO 9001 compliance impacts product quality
- Partner with plant managers, operations, and quality teams to integrate ISO 9001 into daily workflows
- Provide training and coaching to staff on ISO 9001 requirements
- Develop and report implementation progress and certification status to senior leadership
- Establish KPIs related to QMS performance for each site
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement consistent with ISO 9001 principles
- Ensure all team members comply with company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Follow all company policies & procedures
- Perform other duties as required or assigned
Working Environment:
- Primarily office environment with regular time on the shop floor
- Some travel possible
- Standard weekday schedule; flexibility as needed to meet implementation deadlines
- Personal Protective Equipment is required: hearing protection, steel toe boots/shoes, eye protection
Desired Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Quality related field required
- Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in ISO 9001 implementation, certification, or auditing
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification strongly preferred
- Proven success in building or maintaining multi-site QMS frameworks
- Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple facilities
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills; ability to train and influence cross-functional teams
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000