The Quality Engineer (QE) is responsible for developing and implementation of quality improvement plans to drive facilities toward ZERO DEFECTS and ZERO QUALITY ESCAPES. In addition to striving for implementation of non-conformances (NCRs) and cost of quality (COQ) and improvement and reduction of NCRs and COQ while standardizing quality best practices across the Weatherford Global footprint.

A successful candidate will collaborate closely with Quality, Product Lines, R&M, Manufacturing, Engineering, and his/her supervisor on a regular basis as well as present to internal teams plans and updates. 
 

Experience & Education

REQUIRED 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.5+ years of experience in Quality or Engineering (with Quality focus) in an industrial related business5+ years demonstrated experience with quality related continuous improvement programs.

PREFERRED

Root Cause Analysis Incident Investigation TrainingLean & Six Sigma Training5+ years of Quality Engineer experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED 

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical notes, procedures, and specificationsDemonstrated skills related to problem-solving, decision-making, judgment, leadership, root-cause analyses, and team collaboration to lead and influence others to drive changeAbility to read, write, speak, and understand EnglishDemonstrated report-writing skillsStrong communication and facilitation skills between functions – verbal and writtenStrong knowledge in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)Able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to evoke critical thinking

PREFFERED

Weatherford enterprise and management systems knowledgeDocument management and control experienceExperience using JDEExperience leading in a matrixed organization.

Travel Requirement:

This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to:  <10%

SAFETY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE 

Maintains the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring that all activities are carried out ethically and in compliance with Company’s Security, Compliance & HSE policies, Management System, relevant laws, regulations, standards, and industry practices and complies with the Company’s Rules to Live ByPlaces Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at riskSeeks continual improvement in Health, Safety, Security & protection of the Environment, considering responsible care, process vulnerabilities, public, customer and employee inputs, knowledge and technology and best business practices to exceed customer expectations

QUALITY 

Responsible for being familiar with the Company's Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford’s Management System Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvementIn case of concerns with safety, quality non-conformances, or integrity concerns, exercises ‘Stop Work Authority’ to suspend operations

OPERATIONS 

Develop and standardize procedures, quality control plans, sampling plans, inspection test plans, work instructions, and quality template/formsAssist Quality in development of a standardized quality programImplement Non-Conformances and COQ (Scrap, Rework) at the facilityAssist the development and implementation of Quality Improvement Plans to drive toward Zero Defects and Zero Quality Escapes as well as reduction of Cost of Quality (COQ)Collect, analyze, and summarize quality performance data, apply statistical tools and reports to identify opportunities for improvementApply techniques and tools to improve the output quality of processes by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing related processesIdentify, document, communicate and standardize best practices to reduce defectsImplement systematic approach to NCR performance management, tracking, trending, and reportingIdentify technical competences required by different manufacturing trades to build products per Engineering technical documentationAssist in the implementation of quality related systems, process, and tools. Coordinate and perform internal process auditsPrepare inspection test reportsInterpret Design Engineering data (including blueprints, Bills of Material, specifications), and customer requirementsDevelop positive relationships and work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing/R&M leaders, and shop floor personnel to manage and implement changes related to quality improvements.Identify and report any quality concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.

COMMUNICATION 

Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate externalInteracts with both internal and external customers with regards to manufacturing qualityInteracts closely with Manufacturing and Lean Continuous Improvement to drive toward Zero Defects and Zero Quality Escapes

FINANCIAL 

Accountable for staying aligned with budgeted set up and running cost of facilities within responsibility

PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT 

Employees have a responsibility for developing their own careers within the Company including completing all necessary function, compliance & business standards training to enhance their knowledge, skills, and experienceEmployees should engage on a regular basis with their line manager to discuss their personal performance, objectives, and opportunities to enhance their skills and experience to support their career potential

VISION & LEADERSHIP 

Demonstrates leadership, ethical behavior, and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times.