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Quality Control Engineer

Philip Morris International

Wilson, NC · Posted November 3, 2026

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About the job

Quality Control Engineer - Wilson, NC

Be a part of a revolutionary change!

Your day to day:

Provide technical support for Quality Control laboratory operations, ensuring accurate and timely testing of raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, and other samples according to approved methods and specifications.

Support batch release through review of analytical results, laboratory records, and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

Provide expertise for analytical methods and laboratory equipment, including implementation, transfer, qualification, validation, troubleshooting, calibration, verification, and lifecycle management.

Investigate deviations, atypical results, OOS/OOT results, equipment failures, and testing issues using root cause analysis; support corrective and preventive actions.

Perform statistical analysis and trending to identify variability, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.

Ensure laboratory activities comply with Quality Management System requirements, procedures, data integrity principles, and regulatory expectations.

Maintain laboratory procedures, test methods, specifications, protocols, and technical documentation.

Support audit and inspection readiness, including laboratory records, equipment documentation, analytical data, and investigations.

Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, R&D, and global technical teams to resolve product and process quality issues.

Support new product introductions and process changes, including testing strategies, laboratory readiness, analytical method deployment, and qualification.

Improve laboratory efficiency, testing capability, data quality, and cycle time while maintaining compliance.

Train and guide QC personnel on analytical methods, equipment, data interpretation, and troubleshooting.

Support NC/CAPA and continuous improvement activities, including root cause analysis, implementation, and effectiveness verification.

Maintain an active presence in laboratory and manufacturing areas and promote PMI standards for sustainability, health, safety, and environment.

Who we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, or Physical Sciences required.

3–5 years of relevant experience required.

Experience with ISO/IEC 17025 preferred.

Advanced knowledge of ISO and FDA standards.

Strong IT, project management, root cause analysis, and statistical skills.

Understanding of Six Sigma fundamentals and process capability metrics.

Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Fluent in English.

Annual Base Salary: $73,600 - $92,000

What We Offer

PMI offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, paid time off, and more.

PMI U.S. businesses are working to advance a smoke-free future by providing better alternatives to legal-age adults who smoke. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, PMI U.S. employs more than 3,000 people nationwide, with manufacturing facilities in Aurora, Colorado; Owensboro, Kentucky; and Wilson, North Carolina. Learn more at PMI U.S..

Philip Morris International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under applicable law. PMI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

References to "PMI" mean the Philip Morris International family of companies. "PMI U.S.," "we," "our," and "us" refer to one or more PMI U.S. businesses.

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