Quality & Compliance Manager

Flow Control Group; St. Louis, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Chesterfield (MO, MO, MO, MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Employee referral programs

Employee ownership program

Job summary

Pioneer Industrial Corporation, part of Flow Control Group, seeks a quality professional to oversee documentation, compliance, and continuous improvement across facilities. You will ensure adherence to standards and coordinate with operations to maintain top-tier product quality.

Key duties include audits, SOP enforcement, staff guidance, and KPI development to drive measurable quality improvements across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related technical field, or equivalent work history.
• Understanding of ASME, API, DOT, NBIC, and regulatory codes.
• Experience with quality audits and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Pioneer facilities have current and complete documentation in support of quality processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency across Pioneer facilities.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with SOPs, regulatory codes, and third-party quality audits.
• Review staffing needs for quality and regulatory areas and make recommendations.
• Lead quality initiatives and investigations to resolve issues.
• Develop KPIs to enable data-driven quality improvements.

Skills

Engineering degree

Regulatory knowledge

Welding knowledge

Quality auditing

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ASME/API/DOT/NBIC regs

Job description

About Us

Pioneer Industrial Corporation specializes in sourcing, manufacturing, and servicing industrial equipment across refining, oil and gas, power, chemical, petrochemical, pulp & paper, food & beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our wide range of equipment includes Pressure Relief Valves, Control Valves, Line Valves, Electric Actuators, Instrumentation, Pumps, Blowers, Mechanical Seals, and Fluid Sealing applications.

Visit our Website: pioneerindustrial.com

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Core Functions:

• Ensure Pioneer facilities have current and complete documentationin supportofquality processes.


• Identify and expediteopportunities to buildefficiency and consistencyacross Pioneer facilities.


• Monitor and ensurecompliance with programsincluding, but notlimited to:
  
  
  
  • SOPs on keyprocesses
  
  
  • Regulatory Authorities’codes and standards
  
  
  • Third-party qualityaudits
  
  
  • PM programs onquality equipment
  
  
  • Risk Grids
  
  
  • Product recall andnotification requirements
  
  
  
  


• Review overall Pioneerstaffing requirements relatedto the areasof quality andmake staffing recommendationsto support changingregulatory and customerrequirements.


• Conduct and/orprovide oversight forregular inspections ofall Pioneer facilities, discuss findings withthe site managementand work withsite leadership todevelop appropriate actionplans.


• Establish and maintaineffective, consistent,measurable, and auditableprotocols for thefollowing plant operations: manufacturing, performancetesting, compliance withall regulatory bodies, vendor certification,inbound inspections ofraw materials, andlot tracking.


• Support other departmentsto ensure awarenessof relevant regulatorydevelopments and qualitystandards across thePioneer organization.


• Develop KPIs thatenable data-drivendecisions and ongoingquality and complianceimprovement.

Key Job Duties:

• Lead quality initiatives for Pioneer to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of established quality metrics. Associated activities will include, but not be limited to:
  
  
  
  • Lead investigations and drive resolutions of quality issues.
  
  
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party quality audit services.
  
  
  • Develop and lead Pioneer-wide product recall program.
  
  
  • Mentors, coaches, trains, and develops Pioneer leadership and Quality plant personnel on quality programs and initiatives.
  
  
  
  


• Functions as the Subject Matter Expert in quality and processes, including, regulatory codes, auditing, manufacturing, and critical/preventive control points.


• Serve as the primary quality point of contact and information resource for internal employees, customers, vendors and regulatory bodies.


• Leverage analytical skill set to support and track quality initiatives.


• Assist in planning for capital projects or operational changes and expansions. Establish new KPIs to monitor the effectiveness of procedural and equipment changes.


• Responsible for setting process and quality standards to maintain a culture of continuous improvement.


• Collaborate with Pioneer’s sales teams to manage, investigate, and resolve customer complaints related to quality and safety. Track processes to monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions.


• Lead and oversee training programs, ensuring employees are trained on SOPs, regulatory requirements, quality standards, and best practices.


• Organize and assist with on-site and off-site customer visits as needed.


• Support the supply chain team and shipping department as needed.


• With the approval of supervisor, take a role in regulatory committees such as ASME or National Board.


• All other duties as assigned.

Skill/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related technical field, or an equivalent work history.


• Working knowledge of ASME, API, DOT, NBIC, and federal/state/local Regulations and codes.


• Experience as a weld inspector or knowledge of welding practices is desired.


• Demonstrates ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements to Pioneer Industrial operations.


• Exhibits ability to interpret quality audits, test results and define/communicate corrective actions needed.


• Demonstrates ability to work at all levels of the Pioneer organization to influence leaders.


• Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong work ethic with excellent interpersonal skills.


• 25% domestic travel

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Pioneer Industrial is proud to be part of Flow Control Group (FCG), a leading solutions provider of technically oriented products and services in flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences. Through its network of specialized companies across North America, FCG delivers mission-critical products, engineering expertise, and customer solutions to a wide range of industries.

Why Build a Career with Us?

Everyone’s an Owner of the Company:

Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, employees share in that success through a broad-based ownership program available across our portfolio companies.

Competitive Benefits:

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, competitive 401(k) matching, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee referral programs.

The Climb Financial Program:

Your financial wellbeing matters. Through Flow Control Group’s Climb Financial Program, employees have access to tools and resources designed to support both immediate needs and long-term goals. Programs may include emergency assistance funds, earned wage access, financial coaching, low-cost loan options, retirement planning resources, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through employee ownership.

Training & Development:

FCG University is available to all employees, offering access to more than 80,000 learning courses to help you build new skills and advance your career.

Career Growth Opportunities:

With a growing network of brands across North America, Flow Control Group provides opportunities for advancement, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development in a supportive environment where your contributions make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected status.