Kent · 18 hours ago
Quality Assurance Technician
1795 Beaumont, Beaumont, CA, 77701, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKent is looking for Quality Assurance Technicians to be based in Beaumont, TX and support regional project site(s). The role involves overseeing the quality assurance team to ensure compliance with industry standards and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
EnergyEnvironmental ConsultingEnvironmental Engineering
Responsibilities
Work with quality assurance technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high-quality performance and adherence to standards
Oversee and conduct detailed inspections and testing of raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements
Identify, document, and report non-conformances, lead root cause analysis and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
Ensure that all quality-related documentation, including inspection reports, test results, and non-conformance records, is accurate, up-to-date, and properly maintained
Prepare and present quality reports to management
Oversee the calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment, ensuring that all tools are in good working order and calibrated according to required standards
Lead internal and external quality audits, ensuring the organization meets or exceeds ISO 9001, API Q1, and other relevant industry standards
Prepare for audits, manage audit findings, and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality, reducing defects, and optimizing quality assurance processes
Utilize methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean to improve efficiency
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, conducting supplier audits as needed to ensure the quality of materials and components
Work closely with procurement to address supplier-related quality issues
Ensure all QA activities are conducted in compliance with HSE regulations and company policies, and lead efforts to maintain a safe working environment
Serve as a primary point of contact for customer quality inquiries and issues ensuring customer requirements are fully understood and meet and manage the resolution of any quality-related concerns
Work closely with engineering, production, and procurement teams to integrate quality into all aspects of the production process and ensure consistent quality outcomes
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
5-7 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within the Oil & Gas industry, with at least 2-3 years in a lead or supervisory role
Proficiency in quality inspection tools and techniques, including non-destructive testing (NDT) methods
Strong understanding of quality management systems and industry standards such as ISO 9001 and API Q1
Proven ability to lead and develop a team, manage projects, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action planning
Ability to effectively communicate complex quality issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and quality management software
Preferred
An associate degree or technical certification in a related field is preferred
CWI - Certified Welding Inspector
Company
Kent
Kent is a provider of engineering services for the energy and industrial sectors.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-08-01Acquired
2015-07-23Private Equity
Leadership Team
Damian O'Gara
Chief Digital and Information Officer
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