Quality Control Specialist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Quality Planning

- - Develop, implement, and analyze comprehensive quality standards and procedures (Raw, WIP, Process, Finished Goods, Water).

- Transform raw quality data into meaningful analysis and reporting that allows key stakeholders to effectively address quality issues in a timely manner.

- Participate in product and process design reviews to ensure quality requirements are met.

- Partner with Senior PR Leaders to shape production strategies for in-basin reserves, including upper/lower paddy and coal.

- Collaborate with internal and external technical experts to integrate data-driven solutions.

- Provide leadership and technical input on major initiatives that will improve the quality.

- Provide feedback and recommendations on areas impacting quality including but not limited to evaluation of pond, mechanical, and chemical mud management options.

- Develop and implement water management strategies for both the existing facility and the expansion.

- Monitor production processes to identify areas for improvement.

- Ensures quality control technicians are trained and following established testing processes.

- Testing & Inspection

- Design and oversee testing protocols to ensure products meet specifications.

- Analyze test data and inspection results to identify trends or issues. Escalate results to key decision makers as necessary.

- Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions

- Investigate quality issues and non-conformances.

- Lead problem-solving efforts and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

- Design and refine chemical approaches based on reserve characteristics to ensure cost-effective and sustainable outcomes

- Documentation & Compliance

- Maintain quality documentation such as inspection reports, audit findings, and certifications.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

- Support AER reporting processes in collaboration with team and other stakeholders as new requirements emerge

- Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Work closely with engineering, production, and customer service teams to align quality goals.

- Support training and development related to quality practices.

- Work with all levels of the organization to continue to drive a safety culture and the highest level of safety performance. Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental standards.

- Other duties as assigned.