Area Quality Manager

See responsibilitesRequiredBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field or 10+ years of quality experience in oil & gas or heavy manufacturing.Strong working knowledge of API Q1 and ISO 9001.Experience supporting or leading audits and corrective action programs.Proven leadership experience across multiple sites or functions.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Experience with ERP’s, data analysis and presentation tools. PreferredCQE, CQA, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or equivalent certification.Background in machining, welding, assembly, or pressure equipment manufacturing.Experience managing customer quality relationships.Quality Leadership & GovernanceLead and maintain the Quality Management System across assigned facilities.Ensure standardization and alignment between assigned locations and Rig Technologies.Strategic development and support to site Quality teams.Conduct Management Reviews with Operational Managers from each Quality Group.Standardization & Audit ManagementEnsure compliance with API, ISO, customer, and product requirements.Ensure use of standardized Global technical and Quality documents, processes, Lessons Learned and procedures.Plan, lead, and support internal and external audits (API, customer, regulatory).Risk Management & Contingency PlanningLead risk assessments (Process risks, supplier risks).Ensure mitigation plans and contingency plans are developed, maintained, and tested.Escalate high-risk quality issues to leadership with clear data and recommendations.Nonconformance & Corrective ActionManage NCR, CAR, and customer complaints across sites.Monitor trends and prevent recurrence of systemic quality issues.Interface with customers on significant quality issues when required.Manufacturing & Process QualitySupport manufacturing process control, inspection, and testing activities.Ensure Quality Plans, routers, and other associated documents are current and effective.Metrics & Continuous ImprovementEstablish and monitor quality KPIs (NCR trends, COQ, audit results, supplier performance).Use data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.People Development & CultureDevelop quality talent through coaching, training, and performance management.Promote a proactive, prevention-focused quality culture.Reinforce accountability for quality at all organizational levels.Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-21