Multi-Site Quality Leader — API/ISO Standards

NOV; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV in Houston seeks a senior leader to own and govern the Quality Management System across multiple facilities, aligning locations with Rig Technologies standards and driving strategic support to site quality teams.

The role emphasizes risk management, audits, NCR/CAR handling, and continuous improvement, with accountability for quality across manufacturing processes and supplier interfaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing or related field, or 10+ years quality experience in oil & gas or heavy manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of API Q1 and ISO 9001.
• Experience supporting or leading audits and corrective action programs.
• Proven leadership across multiple sites or functions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with ERP and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System across facilities.
• Ensure standardization and alignment between locations and Rig Technologies.
• Conduct Management Reviews with Operational Managers from each Quality Group.
• Plan, lead, and support internal and external audits (API, customer, regulatory).
• Manage NCR, CAR, and customer complaints across sites.
• Monitor trends and prevent recurrence of systemic quality issues.
• Interface with customers on significant quality issues when required.
• Support manufacturing process control, inspection, and testing activities.
• Establish and monitor quality KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop quality talent through coaching, training, and performance management.

Skills

Quality leadership

Stakeholder management

Audits

Data analysis

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

NOV in Houston seeks a senior leader to own and govern the Quality Management System across multiple facilities, aligning locations with Rig Technologies standards and driving strategic support to site quality teams.

The role emphasizes risk management, audits, NCR/CAR handling, and continuous improvement, with accountability for quality across manufacturing processes and supplier interfaces.