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Tejas Research and Engineering, LLC · 1 day ago

Quality Operations Supervisor - Downhole Tools

The Woodlands, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Tejas Research and Engineering, LLC is seeking a Quality Operations Supervisor to oversee daily quality control activities for inspections and ensure compliance with industry and customer standards. The role involves managing inspection resources, conducting audits, and supporting continuous improvement efforts within the quality operations team.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Maintain QMS program as required based on industry changes or Quality Manager inputs

Work with the Production and Quality Managers to assign inspection tasks to Inspectors based on project schedules and priorities

Ensure inspection activities align with project milestones and customer delivery commitments

Participate in internal and external audits, supporting corrective actions and compliance verification

Participate in Suppler Audits and qualifications, ensuring supplier audit records are maintained

Participate in and manage the Calibration System, providing training and oversight where necessary

Conduct and document first article inspections (FAI) when applicable

Manage and close out NCRs at component or assembly levels

Manage in-process inspections during assembly to catch defects early

Supervise / actively participate in final inspections before release to inventory, testing or shipment

Ensure inspection reports, checklists, and required documentation are completed accurately and on time

Ensure traceability of materials and components per Tejas industry and customer requirements

Verify all customer-specific documentation requirements are met prior to shipment

Identify, document, and escalate NCRs to the Quality Manager

Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Track closure of NCRs related to inspection findings, collect and analyze KPI data, for corrective action if required

Host customers and third-party inspectors for witness and hold-point inspections

Provide inspection status updates to Project Managers and Quality Manager

Coordinate inspection schedules to meet customer witness requirements

Work closely with Production/Shop Manager to schedule inspections without delaying workflow

Partner with Supply Chain to address supplier-related quality issues

Communicate proactively with Project Managers about quality-related risks to delivery

Actively participate in Customer or Regulatory Audits

Recommend improvements to process and procedures

Provide feedback to the Quality Manager for updating quality procedures

Support training inspectors in new inspection techniques or requirements

Qualification

Quality control processesEngineering drawings interpretationNCR reportingRoot cause analysisIndustry quality standardsQMS systems knowledgeContinuous improvement initiativesMicrosoft Office SuiteTechnical certificationERP/MRP systems familiarityLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Strong knowledge of quality control processes for incoming, in-process, and final inspections in a manufacturing or engineer-to-order (ETO) environment

Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and customer documentation requirements

Working knowledge of traceability requirements, MTRs/COCs, and documentation control

Familiarity with NCR reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action processes

Effective leadership skills with the ability to coordinate and direct inspection personnel to meet production schedules

Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments (Production, Supply Chain, Project Management)

Experience hosting customer and third-party witness inspections

Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining quality standards and driving continuous improvement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems

Knowledge of applicable industry quality standards (e.g., API Q1/Q2, ISO 9001)

Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field and or direct experience (Bachelor's degree preferred)

5+ years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance roles

Working knowledge of QMS systems, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred

Direct experience with API quality and design requirements, specifically as it relates to API-14A for Subsurface Safety Valves and associated equipment in a manufacturing environment

Certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or ISO Lead Auditor preferred