Quality Assurance Specialist
Koil Corporate•Houston, TX
About The Position
Koil Energy is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to support and enhance our Quality Management System within a subsea manufacturing and fabrication environment. This role is critical to ensuring compliance with industry standards, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining high-quality documentation for both regulatory and client requirements. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in quality systems, supplier auditing, and process improvement within a technical manufacturing setting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3- 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Supplier Auditing, and Continuous Improvement
- Experience in oil & gas, manufacturing, or fabrication environments preferred
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor certification required; Lead Auditor is a plus
- Strong knowledge of API Q1, ISO 9001, and applicable quality standards
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
- Proven experience compiling and reviewing manufacturing data books
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and quality systems tools
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with subsea systems or fabrication processes is highly desirable
Responsibilities
- Maintain and improve quality assurance processes aligned with project and industry standards
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Project Management teams
- Monitor product and process quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle
- Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Develop and manage supplier evaluation criteria
- Collaborate with Procurement to resolve supplier-related quality issues
- Identify and implement process optimization opportunities
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives
- Drive sustainable improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
- Plan and execute internal audits in alignment with ISO 9001 and company standards
- Identify non-conformances and track corrective actions through resolution
- Support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS)
- Provide guidance and training on quality and compliance best practices
- Compile and review Manufacturing Data Books (MDBs) for subsea projects
- Ensure accuracy of material certifications, inspection records, and test documentation
- Coordinate with internal teams and clients to meet contractual documentation requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
