The Role
This role is responsible for driving quality performance through strong leadership, ensuring compliance with API standards, and delivering continuous improvement across QC processes.
You will lead and develop QC teams, manage functional KPIs, and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to improve product quality and operational efficiency. This is a leadership-focused role with accountability for the effectiveness and performance of the QC function, and hands-on inspection.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the QC function, including supervisors, engineers, and inspectors
Drive functional KPIs including NCR closure, rejection reduction, and audit performance
Own and implement RCA, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with API Q1 and applicable industry standards
Develop and standardize QC processes, work instructions, and inspection strategies
Oversee inspection planning and execution across all stages
Manage third-party inspections and customer quality requirements
Ensure calibration, traceability, and compliance of all inspection and measurement systems
Partner with operations and engineering to resolve quality issues and improve processes
Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 7+ years in quality control roles
At least 5 years of people management experience leading QC teams
Experience working in an API-regulated environment
Strong understanding of quality control principles, inspection methods, and machining processes
Proven track record in RCA, CAPA, and process improvement
Experience managing QC KPIs, audits, and quality systems
Ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and influence cross-functional stakeholders
Strong communication and problem-solving skills