Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

Irving Oil; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Pension plan

Parking allowance

Onsite fitness facility

Onsite medical team

Café

Paid vacation

Wellness allowance

Volunteer day (paid)

Donation matching program

Job summary

Irving Oil invites applications for a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to lead supplier and fabricator QA activities and advance quality management programs. You will drive continuous improvement, manage NCRs and corrective actions, and ensure safe, reliable project delivery across operations.

You will conduct supplier audits, oversee third-party inspectors, and maintain ITPs and KPI reporting while collaborating with stakeholders to mitigate risks and achieve compliant, value-driven quality

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in quality assurance, auditing, and supplier quality management.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 is an asset.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier and fabricator quality issues, including NCRs and corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause investigations and resolve non-conformances.
• Plan and execute supplier audits and quality assessments.
• Coordinate third-party inspector onboarding and quality activities.
• Review inspection findings, audit reports, and ITPs.
• Manage quality documentation and KPI reporting.
• Develop and maintain Supplier and Fabrication Quality Plans.
• Lead supplier pre-qualification activities and monitor the Supplier Monitoring Program.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, maintain compliance, and drive process improvements.

Skills

Quality assurance

Auditing

Quality management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Procurement knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Independent work

Education

Related-field degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

As a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, you will lead supplier quality assurance activities and support the continued advancement of Engineering Services' quality management programs. Your goal will be to ensure supplier and fabricator compliance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain the effectiveness of quality systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient project delivery. Your success will be demonstrated through effective management of quality issues, strong supplier performance, successful audit outcomes, measurable improvements in key performance indicators, and the delivery of value-added quality solutions across the organization.

What We Offer

• Work Environment - Work onsite in our beautiful home office building, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
• Competitive Compensation - Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
• Flexible Benefits Plan - In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation - Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness Support - With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community - Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities

• Manage supplier and fabricator quality issues, including NCRs, quality deviations, and corrective actions
• Conduct root cause investigations and oversee the resolution of non-conformances
• Plan and execute supplier audits and quality assessments
• Coordinate and oversee third-party inspector onboarding and quality activities
• Review inspection findings, audit reports, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Manage quality documentation, lessons learned, continuous improvement initiatives, and KPI reporting
• Develop and maintain Supplier and Fabrication Quality Plans
• Lead supplier pre-qualification activities and support the Supplier Monitoring Program
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, maintain compliance, and drive process improvements

Your Skills

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance, auditing, and quality management systems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and effectively manage conflict
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
• Understanding of procurement, sourcing, contract management, and project delivery principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and data analysis tools
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment

Your Experience

• Post-secondary education in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
• Proven experience in quality assurance, auditing, and supplier quality management
• Knowledge of quality inspection principles and corrective action processes
• Experience working in manufacturing, oil and gas, or downstream operations is considered an asset
• Experience in an ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 environment is considered an asset
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt considered an asset

The expected salary range for this position is $95,207 - $148,524. Placement within range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.