.Regional Chemist & Quality Assurance LeadThe role of the Regional Chemist & Quality Assurance Advisor is responsible for the integrity of the manufacturing process to produce, package and deliver finished goods that meet Quality Control specifications and supporting product performance, process improvements. Resolution of customer quality complaints and manufacturing issues; ensuring that new or modified product formulas are approved and implemented at the facilities using the proper process to ensure the quality and performance of products. The position will interface and collaborate closely with bp Plants, 3P Manufacturing & Warehouse, Procurement, suppliers, Global Lubricants Technology, Product Development & Quality Assurance to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing capability and commercialization of products. Will also support the business and customer's needs, while assuring compliance to the quality manual and Manufacturing Quality standards.This position will be located in our office in Santa Fe, Mexico City. bp operates in a hybrid model working 60% from the office and 40% from home.Key AccountabilitiesEnsures proper procedures, policies, systems, and processes are in place to safeguard product quality, facilities team members are trained and that they are properly executing to the expected standard for all incoming raw materials and finished products.Ensures proper connectivity and relationships are in place between 3rd party team and Global Lubricant Technology to ensure quality requirements are current and consistent.Ensures the manufacture and delivery of quality products through embedding compliance against BP Lubes Quality Manual and the assurance of implementation and execution of fit-for use and fit-for-sale (finished product quality assurance) processes within the plant.Monitor critical parameter trends by using effective statistical tools, such as SPC (statistical process control) programs, to proactively prevent potential failures with a continuous improvement focus.Participate in the Raw Material and Manufacturing Vendor Review.Participate in key/strategic projects as a content expert in the areas of quality, operations, and general business systems.Oversee any new product/package changes or introductions.Ensure a consistent approach to Quality is applied across accountable sites for projects and new manufacturing processes.Drive efficiency in cost and cash through lowering the cost of poor quality (COPQ) and a focus on continuous improvement to underpin Best-In-Class unit cost metrics.Investigate quality and operations issues and recommend corrective actions.Works with operations and quality departments to complete RCAs and drive improvement plans to eliminate and prevent future deviations in First Time Pass Rate and manufacturing processes