QA​/QC MANAGER

QA/QC Manager

Location: CONROE, TEXAS 77303

Type: Permanent contract

Oleon is looking for a QA/QC Manager to join its team in Conroe, Texas. We bring natural chemistry, converting natural fats and oils into a wide range of oleo chemical products. With over 1,000 employees in 10 countries, we value ambitious, earth‑tough people who thrive in their element.

• Align current operations with corporate quality strategy for blending and esterification processes.
• Lead, mentor and develop the QA/QC team by setting performance expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to integrate quality controls into operational workflows for efficiency.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with industry certifications (ISO 9001, FM) and oversee internal and external audits.
• Develop and monitor quality standards for blending and esterification processes used in lubricant production across multiple markets.
• Conduct regular sampling, testing, and analysis of products at various stages to verify compliance with industry standards (ASTM, API).
• Implement control checks to monitor process parameters (temperature, mixing speeds, ingredient ratios) to ensure quality consistency and compliance with specifications.
• Adhere to and promote compliance with all HSE procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to blending and esterification processes.
• Participate in risk assessments specific to blending and esterification and implement corrective actions to enhance safety.
• Propose solutions and facilitate follow‑up actions, ensuring effective internal communication with stakeholders and documenting resolution measures in compliance with Oleon’s quality standards.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of best practices, technological advances, and regulatory standards specific to blending and esterification in oil, gas, and lubricant production.
• Share expertise and insights with colleagues to foster a culture of quality and compliance within Oleon.
• Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective and Preventative Actions based on RCA outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform administrative tasks including management of SAP, LIMS, creation of instructions, stock management, and ordering laboratory materials.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications in quality management, chemical engineering, or process management are a plus.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years in a supervisory QA/QC role.
• Proficiency with quality management systems such as ISO 9001, ASTM, and API standards.
• Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and safety protocols.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Next to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make all the difference!

You will join a company with ambitious goals and a welcoming atmosphere. Both personal development and work‑life balance are equally important to us. You can expect an attractive salary and leave scheme, along with benefits such as meal vouchers, CAO
90, and options for car and bicycle lease plans. We also provide a solid insurance plan you can rely on.

Oleon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces all forms of diversity. We ensure equal opportunities in our recruitment and integration process and ensure you can be yourself in our professional environment.

Oleon is a business unit of Avril, the industrial and financial leader in the French vegetable oil and protein sector. Avril is present in consumer food, animal nutrition, renewable energy and chemistry, with a recorded revenue of 7.7 billion euros across 18 countries in 2024. The Group focuses its growth on a unique value‑sharing model and is committed to addressing climate change and population growth challenges.

Joining Avril means choosing to work in a company that harmoniously brings together performance and responsibility, innovation and humility.