QA Assistant Manager / QA Manager

TUBECONN SERVICES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

We are a precision machine shop focused on tubular threading, repair and surface treatment for the Oil and Gas industry. The role oversees QA/QC planning, controls testing, and compliance with API/QMS standards to ensure first article acceptance and ongoing quality performance.

The candidate will lead audits, manage supplier quality, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across production. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience.
• Knowledge of API 5B, 5CT and Spec 7 requirements.
• Familiar with ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards.
• Certifications in Internal Audit and API Q1 are preferred.
• Demonstrates adaptability and analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality plans for pre-production with inspectors.
• Control and maintain measuring instruments and gauges.
• Review and execute work order documents per specs.
• Coordinate supplier and production quality activities and audits.
• Drive CAPA and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

QA/QC

API 5B/5CT/Spec 7

ISO 9001:2015

Auditing

Analytical thinking

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng

Job description

Company Overview

We are a machine shop specializing in tubular threading, repair, and surface treatment services for the Oil and Gas Industry.

Quality Planning & Control

• Prepare Quality Plans for pre-production meetings with third party inspectors.
• Control and maintain measuring instruments and gauges for production activities.
• Ensure work order documents are reviewed and executed according to specifications.

Quality Management System & Compliance

• Uphold QMS (API, JFE) to meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain quality procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Coordinate audits by external bodies and ensure readiness for inspections.
• Maintain regulatory certifications and capability listings.

Supplier & Production Quality

• Work with PIC to define supplier quality requirements.
• Perform audits on suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conduct acceptance tests for first articles and incoming components.
• Ensure finished goods meet quality assurance standards.

Continuous Improvement & CAPA

• Initiate action plans to prevent product nonconformity.
• Investigate non-conformance and customer complaints; implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement in products and operations.
• Implement production improvement projects (yield, quality, productivity).

Leadership & Reporting

• Mentor and train operator.
• Monitor performance, gather data, and produce statistical reports.
• Analyze and report internal/external quality performance.
• Create and maintain quality documentation (manuals, procedures).

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant QA/QC experience.
• Knowledge with API 5B, 5CT & Spec 7 specifications.
• Familiar with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standard.
• Preferably with Internal Audit cert & API Q1 Practitioner cert.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing business environment and internal challenges.
• Process initiatives, logical thinking and good analytical abilities, and able to resolve issues from multiple perspectives.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.