Quality Technician

We’re seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join our Saudi Arabia operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in metal fabrication and supplier management within the oil & gas sector. This role focuses on driving supplier compliance, continuous improvement, and alignment with CSI’s quality standards. This position is pivotal to the growth and expansion of our business processes.

• Manage supplier quality for fabricated and welded components; oversee compliance to drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Review and follow up on non-conformity reports, drive root cause analysis, and lead Kaizen-based corrective actions.
• Ensure supplier processes comply with ISO 9001; conduct audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality performance through effective communication, process understanding, and technical engagement.
• Review welding procedures, support NDE plan evaluations, and ensure quality across fabrication and assembly processes.
• Ensure final product means all customer and industry specifications.
• Lead the 9
  
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• Familiar with IKTVA requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in quality and supplier quality development roles.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication, welding, and oil & gas manufacturing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Hands‑on experience with supplier‑focused lean initiatives, including problem solving, process standardization and waste reduction.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to travel within the region to other suppliers.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Understanding of NDE requirements (RT, UT, PT, etc.) is essential.

• Full‑time position with occasional extended hours based on operational needs.
• On‑site role in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and production processes.

• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Needs to be able to communicate and function within Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to communicate with diverse mix of nationalities coming to Saudi preferred.

• Basic math skills required with Algebra and Trigonometry preferred.

• Must be able to understand and solve problems and situations in the best interest of all parties involved.

• Basic computer skills required such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to be trained and operate within CSI Ametek ERP system.

• Highly motivated individual willing to take on additional responsibilities and duties under a challenging and compressed schedules.