QA Lead Auditor

Job Responsibilities

• Proficiently implement process assessments, quality assurance principles, and quality auditing methods.
• Take ownership and work independently to perform quality assurance audits, including both assessment and deep-dive management system audits.
• Deliver high-quality audit reports and corrective action requests.
• Assess processes, procedures, work instructions, and manuals associated with a Quality Management System.
• Demonstrate familiarity with best practices in the oil and gas product and service industry.
• Assess conformance with and effectiveness of operating practices to ensure requirements in purchase orders, drawings, specifications, operating procedures, and other Management System documents are met.
• Evaluate overall performance in major functional areas, identifying strengths and concerns related to processes and procedures internally, as well as with clients and their suppliers.
• Perform follow-up activities to verify the completion and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Maintain appropriate records of audit activities and findings.
• Foster and maintain productive, team-oriented relationships through individual and group meetings when necessary.
• Conduct activities safely and in accordance with established HS&E requirements to protect employees, the public, and the environment.
• Take necessary actions to stop work when unsafe conditions or actions are identified.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Possess knowledge of manufacturing and/or service processes in the oil and gas industry.
• Hold a certification such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Exemplar Global Auditor, or other Certified Lead Auditor or equivalent.

Recommended Qualifications

• Knowledge of ISO, API Q1, API Q2, etc.
• Minimum of 5 years of active auditing experience.
• Willing to travel.
• Experience with one or more of the following: NDT, Welding, Heat Treat, Coating, Premium Threads, or other special processes.