Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
Summary
Lead supplier quality assurance at Irving Oil, managing NCRs, root-cause investigations, supplier audits, ITPs, and continuous-improvement initiatives to keep quality systems effective across engineering projects.
As a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, you will lead supplier quality assurance activities and support the continued advancement of Engineering Services' quality management programs. Your goal will be to ensure supplier and fabricator compliance, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain the effectiveness of quality systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient project delivery. Your success will be demonstrated through effective management of quality issues, strong supplier performance, successful audit outcomes, measurable improvements in key performance indicators, and the delivery of value-added quality solutions across the organization.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by September 15, 2026.
What We Offer:
- Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
- Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
- Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
- Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
- Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program
Your Responsibilities:
- Manage supplier and fabricator quality issues, including NCRs, quality deviations, and corrective actions
- Conduct root cause investigations and oversee the resolution of non-conformances
- Plan and execute supplier audits and quality assessments
- Coordinate and oversee third-party inspector onboarding and quality activities
- Review inspection findings, audit reports, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
- Manage quality documentation, lessons learned, continuous improvement initiatives, and KPI reporting
- Develop and maintain Supplier and Fabrication Quality Plans
- Lead supplier pre-qualification activities and support the Supplier Monitoring Program
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, maintain compliance, and drive process improvements
Your Skills:
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance, auditing, and quality management systems
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities
- Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and effectively manage conflict
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
- Understanding of procurement, sourcing, contract management, and project delivery principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and data analysis tools
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Your Experience:
- Post-secondary education in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
- Proven experience in quality assurance, auditing, and supplier quality management
- Knowledge of quality inspection principles and corrective action processes
- Experience working in manufacturing, oil and gas, or downstream operations is considered an asset
- Experience in an ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 environment is considered an asset
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt considered an asset
The expected salary range for this position is $95,207 - $148,524. Placement within range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.
Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.
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