Quality Supervisor

Company Profile:

Al-Obaid Plastic Industries Factory is one of the leading manufacturing facilities in Saudi Arabia, specializing in producing high-quality plastic pipes and fittings (PVC, CPVC, PPR). The factory is committed to international quality standards and operational excellence.

Job Purpose:

Responsible for overseeing and managing all quality control processes on the factory floor to ensure that raw materials, in-process goods, and finished plastic pipes and fittings comply with local and international standards. The Quality Supervisor leads the QC team, monitors testing procedures, and drives continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities \& Duties:

• Quality Inspection \& Testing: Supervise routine and rigorous testing of plastic pipes and fittings (such as dimensions, pressure tests, impact resistance, and thermal endurance for PVC, CPVC, and PPR products).
• Team Leadership: Manage, train, and supervise quality control inspectors and technicians across shifts to ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Raw Material \& In-Process Control: Inspect incoming raw materials (resins, additives) and monitor ongoing extrusion and injection molding processes to prevent defects.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify quality non-conformances, investigate root causes of product defects, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Compliance \& Standards: Ensure compliance with national and international quality management standards (e.g., ISO, SASO, ASTM) applicable to plastic piping systems.
• Calibration \& Maintenance: Oversee the regular calibration and maintenance of laboratory and testing equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Reports \& Documentation: Maintain detailed quality records, inspection logs, and prepare performance reports for management review.

Qualifications \& Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plastic Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 8 to 12 years of experience in quality control/assurance within a plastic manufacturing environment, specifically with pipe extrusion or injection molding lines.
• Technical Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of plastic testing standards and laboratory procedures for PVC, CPVC, and PPR pipes and fittings.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS / ISO standards).
• Proficiency in using testing equipment and MS Office for data analysis.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Effective communication and team-management abilities.

Compensation \& Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Overtime: Overtime hours worked beyond the standard shift are fully paid in accordance with company policy and labor regulations.
• Medical insurance and annual paid leave according to Saudi Labor Law.

Pay: ﷼3,000.00 - ﷼3,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your familiarity with testing standards for PVC, CPVC, and PPR pipes?
• Are you comfortable working in rotational shifts if required by operational needs?

Education:

• Primary (Required)

Experience:

• quality control within the plastic manufacturing industry: 8 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person