Manufacturing Quality Specialist

Weatherford
Wallingford, CT

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 5+ years in ISO-9001 and 8+ years in manufacturing quality roles.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 8+ years in manufacturing and ISO-9001 expertise, particularly in electronics or digital equipment.
    — “Minimum 8 years of experience in similar role in MFG environment”
  • Individuals with a track record of leading corrective action processes and managing non-conformance reviews.
    — “Lead NCR Material Review Board meetings, ensure timely containment actions are executed”
  • Professionals who can coordinate audits, manage change processes, and maintain a robust quality management system.
    — “Responsible for management of change as process and procedures are updated as per QMS requirements”

Things to consider

  • Must be fully proficient in English for communication and documentation purposes.
    — “Excellent written, reading, and oral communication in English”
  • The role requires managing multiple internal and external stakeholders across various departments.
    — “Collaborate closely with functional areas such Operations, R&M, Manufacturing, Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, Product Lines and Geozones on a regular basis”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation in your resume and interviews.
    — “Root Cause Analysis implementation experience”
  • Showcase your experience with quality control and inspection processes in manufacturing.
    — “Assist with Quality Control activities when required, i.e. conducting inspections”
  • Demonstrate your ability to prepare and manage reports within a quality tracking system.
    — “Ensure that all job data, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Corrective and Prevention Action Request (CPAR), audit findings etc. are prepared, reviewed and approved in Weatherford Performance Tracking System (WPTS)”
  • Include any certifications or training in ISO-9001, IPC A 610, or ATEX / IECEx if applicable.
    — “IPC A 610 trained”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • timely and effective implementation of quality policies
  • support internal and external audits
  • monitor NCR and CPAR data for negative trends
Typical background
quality assurancequality control

Skills & requirements

Required

Iso-9001Root Cause AnalysisQuality Management SystemCalibration ActivitiesProcess AuditsNon-conformance Reports

Preferred

Lean Six SigmaIPC A 610ATEX / IecexQuality Control

Stack & domain

Iso-9001Root Cause AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeLean / Six SigmaIPC A 610ATEX / IecexQuality ControlContract ReviewsNCR Material Review BoardRoot Cause Analyses (rca)Corrective And Prevention Action Request (cpar)Non-conformance Reports (ncrs)Weatherford Performance Tracking System (wpts)

About the role

Original posting from Weatherford

Job Purpose:

The Manufacturing Quality Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and effective implementation of the company's policies, procedures, and standards involved in assuring the quality of manufactured products and customer satisfaction.  The Manufacturing Quality Specialist strives to ensure facility adhere to quality licenses, standards and certifications.

A successful candidate will collaborate closely with functional areas such Operations, R&M, Manufacturing, Procurement, Manufacturing Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, Product Lines and Geozones on a regular basis as well as present to internal teams plans and updates. 

Responsibilities:

Ensure that customer expectations (internal and external) are being met

Responsible for supporting internal audits conducted by Weatherford internal auditors and coordinating external audits of our facilities, processes, and personnel competency

Ensure that all job data, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) , Corrective and Prevention Action Request (CPAR), audit findings etc. are prepared, reviewed and approved in Weatherford Performance Tracking System (WPTS) and reported to management on a monthly basis

Monitor NCR and CPAR data for negative trends and provide support for the implementation of corrective actions that mitigate recurring nonconformances 

Evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions to ensure that the required improvements are sustained

Maintain site Quality Management System

Supervise Calibration activities utilizing Testing, Measurement, Monitoring, Devices Equipment (TMMDE)

Perform regular process audits in Manufacturing areas, functional areas, as well as within technical work instructions, processes, procedures and ensure compliance. 

Actively participate in Contract Reviews.

Ensure customer contractual requirements are built into Quality Control.

Coordinate Client visits and constant communication to demonstrate our commitment and promote the Weatherford Quality Management System .

Address Client issues / complaints

Responsible for management of change as process and procedures are updated as per QMS requirements. 

Review work orders and ensure work instructions are followed and provide positive and negative feedback to ensure continual performance improvement 

Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by Quality Manager within the timeframe specified in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirements, provided the instruction is reasonable and you are capable and deemed competent to fulfil these. 

Lead NCR Material Review Board meetings, ensure timely containment actions are executed, facilitate Root Cause Analyses (RCA), follow ups with other functional areas to timely implement corrective actions and drive NCRs to closure.

Prepare DATA BOOKS.

Assist with Quality Control activities when required, i.e. conducting inspections

Qualifications:

REQUIRED

Minimum 5 years of experience with ISO-9001 

Minimum 8 years of experience in similar role in MFG environment

Excellent written, reading, and oral communication in English 

PREFERRED

Lean / Six Sigma experience

Previous experience in Manufacturing of Electronic/Digital equipment

IPC A 610 trained

Knowledge of ATEX / IECEx

Previous experience in Quality Control

Skills:

REQUIRED

ISO 9001 trained

Root Cause Analysis implementation experience

Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office software at a minimum 

Fast learner, results oriented and independent with strong interpersonal skills 

Possess strong customer service skills, i.e. listening, follow-through, and willingness to help

PREFERRED

Certified ISO Auditor

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Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.  

We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.  

Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.  

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. 

Join Us:  

Weatherford is producing energy for today and tomorrow- with global opportunities as unlimited as your sense of adventure. Join us to make an impact on our customers, the industry, and the world.  

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Source: Weatherford careers

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