Field Quality Technician

Overview:

A JAB Recruitment client is seeking a detail-oriented Field Quality Technician with a strong background in mechanical systems and piping to support the Quality Department in oversight of maintenance activities in Freeport, TX facility. This role is critical in verifying that maintenance work, field repairs, and small capital projects are executed in accordance with applicable quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Engineering teams to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality field execution.

Main duties & responsibilities:

• Field Inspections: Conduct quality inspections on piping and mechanical work associated with maintenance activities. Verify compliance with engineering specifications, site standards, and applicable codes (e.g., ASME, API).
• Work Package Review: Support planners and the Quality team by reviewing job packages to ensure all required QA/QC documentation is identified, available, and accurate prior to field execution.
• As-Built Verification: Participate in field walkdowns to validate scope completion, verify redlines on P&IDs and isometric drawings, and assist in updating documentation to reflect actual field conditions.
• Punchlist & Deficiency Management: Identify and document non-conformities or incomplete work. Track and support timely resolution of punch items to ensure quality closeout.
• Procedure Adherence: Ensure maintenance work is executed in accordance with approved procedures, standards, and QA/QC protocols. Assist in the creation, review, and updating of procedures to incorporate appropriate quality requirements.
• Safety & Compliance: Observe and support field work to ensure compliance with site safety protocols, including permit-to-work and LOTTO. Ensure alignment with site-specific and regulatory standards.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Planning teams to proactively support field readiness, quality execution, and closure of maintenance work.
• Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback based on field observations to support quality improvements in maintenance planning, procedures, and execution.