Project Quality Manager

Koch Engineered Solutions; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in emissions control solutions seeks a Quality Manager to lead and develop the project quality team in Stoke-on-Trent. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Quality Control and proven experience in Quality Management within oil and gas industries. Responsibilities include developing and implementing quality systems, conducting inspections, and liaising with stakeholders. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quality Control, ideally within oil and gas or petrochemical industries.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific standards with ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Familiarity with quality control documentation, such as ITPs and NCRs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the project quality team.
• Develop and implement systems/KPIs to improve efficiency.
• Prepare, review and verify quality documentation for compliance.
• Conduct quality inspections and audits.

Skills

Leadership and Team management

Quality Control experience

Understanding of ASME, API, PED, ISO

Proficiency in NDT techniques

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or Quality Control

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Join a global leader in emissions control, heat and mass transfer, and clean-air combustion systems. At ETA Process Plant, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that help our customers operate cleaner, safer, and more efficiently.

What You Will Do

·Lead, manage and develop the project quality team.

·Work with QA manager and project team to develop and implement systems / KPI’s to improve efficiency andensure company and project quality targets / KPI’s are met.

·Interpret company, project and industry specific requirements and specifications to develop and manage the project Quality Plan.

·Interpret company, project and industry specific requirements and specifications, engineering drawings, material specifications top develop and manage Eta and sub-supplier Inspection and Test Plans.

·Prepare, review and verify quality documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company, project and industry standards.

·Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to address documentation queries to ensure resolution in line with company, project and industry standards.

·Identify and document non-conformances, leading corrective and preventive action initiatives where required.

·Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to verify quality standards and expectations are understood and met. Participating / leading in meetings, such as Pre-Inspection Meeting, where required.

·Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and address quality issues and ensure timely resolution

·Maintain accurate records / documentation of quality activities.

·Conduct quality inspections and audits in line with ITP to ensure compliance with company, project and industry specific requirements, such as;

oIncoming material inspections.

oWelding.

onon-destructive testing.

ofinal inspections.

ofinal documentation reviews.

oManage, organize, and maintain all quality-related documents, including inspection reports, certificates, and compliance records.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

·Leadership and Team management.

·Proven experience in Quality Control, ideally within the oil and gas, petrochemical, or related industries.

·Strong understanding of industry specific standards such as ASME, API, PED and ISO standards, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

·Proficiency in non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as ultrasonic, radiographic, and dye penetrant testing.

·Experience in material verification and welding inspection is highly desirable.

·Familiarity with quality control documentation, such as ITPs (Inspection and Test Plans) and NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).

·Excellent attention to detail and organizational and problem-solving skills.

·Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

·Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a strong attention to detail.

·Proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications, word, excel.

·Experience working in a high-pressure, safety-critical environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

·Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Control, or a related field.

·Certifications in NDT (e.g., PCN, ASNT Level II) or welding inspection (e.g., CSWIP).

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Why Koch

At Koch, we embrace principled entrepreneurship—challenging the status quo, rewarding individual contributions, and empowering employees to maximize their potential. Our compensation reflects each person’s unique contribution and market realities. We foster an environment where you can grow, innovate, and make a difference.