Director of Quality

Director Of Quality – Oil & Gas Manufacturing & FabricationLocation: Abilene, TX 79606 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Employment Type: Direct Hire Salary Range: $90,000–$130,000 (flexible for highly qualified candidates)An established oil and gas equipment manufacturer with over 30 years of industry presence is seeking an experienced Director of Quality to lead and oversee all quality assurance, quality control, and compliance operations across its manufacturing and service divisions. This is a high-visibility leadership role responsible for driving strategic quality initiatives while remaining actively engaged in day-to-day execution on the production floor. The Director of Quality will serve as the senior authority on ASME Code compliance, API Monogram requirements, fabrication standards, and coating processes — ensuring every product meets rigorous industry and customer expectations. Leading a team that includes two Quality Supervisors and approximately 15 QC Inspectors, this individual will "run the show" for quality across the organization, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Leadership and Strategy Develop, implement, and maintain the company-wide Quality Management System (QMS)Establish measurable quality objectives aligned with corporate goals and customer requirementsServe as the senior quality advisor to executive leadershipDrive a culture of first-time quality and accountability throughout the organizationManufacturing and Process Quality Oversee quality functions for fabrication, welding, coating, assembly, and final inspection operationsEnsure compliance with ASME Code, API Monogram requirements, and customer specificationsPartner with Operations, Engineering, and Production to proactively prevent defectsMaintain active presence on the manufacturing floor to support execution and complianceCompliance, Audits, and Certifications Act as primary contact for ASME, API, and customer auditsLead internal audits and management reviewsMaintain all documentation, procedures, and records required for regulatory and customer complianceEnsure ongoing audit readiness across facilitiesNonconformance and Continuous Improvement Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiativesTrack and analyze quality metrics, nonconformances, and customer feedbackDrive continuous improvement using data-driven decision makingSupplier and Vendor Quality Establish supplier quality standards and evaluation processesAddress supplier nonconformances and collaborate on corrective actionsTeam Leadership and Development Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Supervisors and QC InspectorsProvide coaching, training, and performance managementPromote cross-functional quality awareness across manufacturing, engineering, and operations teamsRequired Skills and QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality8+ years of quality leadership experience within an oil and gas manufacturing or fabrication environmentStrong working knowledge of ASME Code and API Monogram requirementsDeep understanding of welding, fabrication, coating, and pressure vessel manufacturing processesProven experience leading external audits and managing QMS systemsDemonstrated success implementing corrective actions and systemic quality improvementsStrong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skillsPreferred SkillsASQ certifications (CQA, CQE)Six Sigma certificationISO Lead Auditor certificationExperience with oilfield equipment, pressure vessels, tanks, or modular systems manufacturingExperience overseeing quality operations across multiple facilitiesWhy This Opportunity Stands OutLeadership role overseeing company-wide quality operations Direct impact on ASME and API-certified manufacturing processes Established organization with 420 employees and strong market presence Immediate 401(k) enrollment with 3% company match Executive-level visibility with CEO-backed approval to hire Opportunity to shape and strengthen quality culture across fabrication operations