Technical Quality Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Houston, TX is seeking an Experienced Technical Quality Specialist to ensure compliance with API, ISO 9001, and customer standards in an industrial manufacturing setting.

The role oversees material traceability, calibration programs, supplier quality processes, and handling third-party inspections with agencies like DNV, Lloyd’s, and Bureau Veritas.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (associate or bachelor).
• 3–7 years quality experience in oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, or heavy fabrication.
• Working knowledge of API Q1 and ISO 9001.
• Experience coordinating third-party inspections is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with welding, NDT, hydrostatic testing, and dimensional inspection is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ERP/QMS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify MTRs to ensure full material traceability (heat/lot/batch).
• Administer calibration program and maintain calibration registry.
• Ensure products meet technical specs, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Support technical clarification and corrective actions with suppliers.
• Log and track NCRs, deviations, and concessions in the quality system.
• Support API Q1, ISO 9001, and audits; maintain quality records and KPI reporting.

Skills

Detail orientation

Technical drawing interpretation

Communication with suppliers

Multi-priority organization

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Quality

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/QMS systems

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Houston, TX 77051, The Technical Quality Specialist ensures compliance with product, supplier, and quality system requirements within an industrial manufacturing environment. This role manages material traceability, calibration systems, supplier quality processes, third-party inspections, and corrective actions in accordance with API, ISO, and customer standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working with external inspectors and suppliers.

Product & Technical Quality

• Review and verify Material Test Reports (MTRs) to ensure full material traceability (heat/lot/batch).
• Administer the equipment calibration program and maintain the calibration registry.
• Ensure products meet technical specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Support technical clarification and corrective actions with suppliers.

Supplier Quality

• Manage supplier qualification, approval, and performance monitoring.
• Review Certificates of Compliance (CoCs), SDS, and supplier test documentation.
• Assist with supplier audits, scorecards, and resolution of supplier nonconformances.

Third-Party Inspection Coordination

• Schedule and host inspections and witness testing with agencies such as DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s, and Bureau Veritas.
• Prepare Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), inspection notifications, and supporting documentation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during inspections (welding, NDT, hydrostatic testing, dimensional checks, etc.).
• Document inspection results, punch lists, and hold point releases.

Nonconformance & Compliance

• Log and track NCRs, deviations, and concessions within the quality system.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and monitor corrective action implementation.
• Support API Q1, ISO 9001, and internal/external audits.
• Maintain accurate quality records and KPI reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–7 years of quality experience in oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, or heavy fabrication.
• Working knowledge of API Q1, ISO 9001, and material traceability requirements.
• Experience coordinating third-party inspections strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with welding, NDT, hydrostatic testing, and dimensional inspection is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP/QMS systems preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Effective communicator with suppliers, inspectors, and cross-functional teams
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities