Quality Manager

Abunayyan Holding; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Life Industries Middle East (PLIME), a subsidiary of Abunayyan Holding, is seeking a Senior Quality Leader to establish and direct the plant-wide quality management strategy across operations. You will drive QMS, ITPs, and defect reduction while ensuring ISO 9001 compliance and continuous improvement.

Lead a team of Quality Engineers, QC Inspectors, and safety staff, coordinating audits and CAPA/8D efforts to achieve low defect rates and strong COPQ reduction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in quality management within manufacturing operations.
• At least 2 years in direct team leadership.
• BSc in Chemical Engineering is required; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Certifications: CQE, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Six Sigma Black Belt.

Responsibilities

• Develops and enforces the Quality Management System (QMS), Quality Control Plans (QCP), and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) aligned with ISO 9001.
• Oversees non-conformance detection, RCA, CAPA, and 8D reporting across production lines.
• Implements SPC, MSA, and Gauge R&R to monitor process capability and reduce variation.
• Leads internal and external quality audits and manages customer complaint resolution and PPm rate monitoring.
• Directs Quality Engineers, QC Inspectors, and Safety personnel, driving capability development and HSE compliance.

Skills

Quality strategy

QMS ISO 9001

SPC

MSA

Gauge R&R

RCA

CAPA

8D problem-solving

Audit management

HSE compliance

Team leadership

Education

BSc in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree / MBA (preferred)

CQE

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

ITP development

SPC tooling

COPQ reduction

Job description

Company: Pure Life Industries Middle East (PLIME), a subsidiary of Abunayyan Holding.

Role Purpose

Lead, establish, and direct the quality management strategy and operational QA/QC framework across plant operations; ensure full compliance with internal quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements (ISO 9001) while driving continuous improvement, defect reduction, and effective non-conformance management.

Key Responsibilities

• 1- Quality Strategy & Systems Management: Develops, maintains, and enforces the plant-wide Quality Management System (QMS), Quality Control Plans (QCP), and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) in alignment with ISO 9001 and industry standards.
• 2- Defect & Non-Conformance Management: Oversees non-conformance detection, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA, and 8D reporting to resolve quality failures and prevent recurrence across the production line.
• 3- Quality Performance & Statistical Control: Implements Statistical Process Control (SPC), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Gauge R&R to monitor capability metrics and minimize process variation.
• 4- Audit & Customer Quality Assurance: Leads internal and external quality audits, manages customer complaint resolution (PPM rate monitoring), and aligns plant standards with client/consultant requirements.
• 5- Team Leadership & Safety Oversight: Directs daily activities of Quality Engineers, QC Inspectors, and Safety personnel; drives team capability development and ensures full HSE compliance.

Necessary Knowledge and Experience

Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality management within manufacturing operations, with a minimum of 2 years in a direct team leadership role.

Education and Certification Minimum Requirements

• BSc in Chemical Engineering (required), Master's degree / MBA is preferred.

Certifications

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE); ISO 9001 Lead Auditor; Six Sigma Black Belt.

Technical Skills

• Deep expertise in Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) development and implementation.
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement System Analysis (MSA / Gauge R&R).
• Advanced capability in Non-Conformance, CAPA, and 8D problem-solving methodologies.
• Solid background in QMS ISO 9001 auditing, process capability evaluation, and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) reduction.
• Customer Focus
• Learning
• Decision Making
• Developing Others
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Non-Conformance, CAPA & 8D Management
• Measurement System Analysis & Gauge R&R
• Plant Quality Systems & Audit Management