Quality Manager

NOV
JOB DESCRIPTION
Primary Responsibilities
Job Duties
Education and Qualifications
To learn more about our benefits please visit our website: http://usbenefits.nov.com
To learn more about our business unit please visit our website: https://www.nov.com/about/our-business-units/fiber-glass-systems
Primary Responsibilities
- Ensure facility compliance with API, ISO, customer, and internal quality standards.
- Implement, maintain, and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Serve as the Management Representative for internal and external audits.
- Manage document control, calibration, and training records.
- Oversee third-party inspections, data packages, and releases.
- Lead and mentor QA/QC team members to build a culture of quality ownership.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Operations on process control and corrective actions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on scrap reduction, process capability, and cycle time.
- Lead root cause analysis using structured methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
- Serve as the primary customer liaison for quality issues and complaint resolution.
Job Duties
- Conduct internal audits and manage external and customer audit support.
- Oversee inspection programs for fiberglass pipe, fittings, and related products.
- Maintain and calibrate inspection and test equipment.
- Track and communicate key quality metrics (defect rates, FPY, Cpk, CAPA closure).
- Support supplier quality management through audits and corrective actions.
- Coordinate Management Review activities and ensure timely action item closure.
- Participate in segment-level meetings to share best practices.
- Support implementation of digital quality tools such as Power BI dashboards and SPC software.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, or related field is required.
- A minimum of 3 years of QA/QC experience in fiberglass, composites, or manufacturing is preferred.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and API 15HR/15LR standards.
- Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, ASQ-CQE, or ASQ-CQA preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office, Power BI, and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab).
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and inspection data.
- Must be able to lift to 30 lbs. and move between office and production areas.
To learn more about our benefits please visit our website: http://usbenefits.nov.com
To learn more about our business unit please visit our website: https://www.nov.com/about/our-business-units/fiber-glass-systems
JOB SUMMARY
Quality Manager

NOV
Wichita
8 days ago
N/A
Full-time
Quality Manager