Quality Analyst - Lubricants & Chemicals

The Quality Analyst - Lubricants & Chemicals supports quality programs, day-to-day operational quality activities, and data-driven initiatives related to lubricant and chemical products. This role works closely with Operations, Sales, and Marketing teams to support quality compliance, testing programs, reporting, data tracking, audits, and training. The position focuses on execution, data support, and coordination under the guidance of senior quality personnel.

Only one (1) position is available. Open to local candidates in Grapevine, TX, Odessa, TX or Knoxville, TN.

• Support the development, maintenance, and execution of quality programs related to lubricant and chemical products, including SOPs, training materials, metrics, and change management initiatives.
• Collect, organize, and report quality and technical data to support continuous improvement efforts, trend identification, and corrective action tracking.
• Assist Operations teams with lubricant and chemical handling practices to support compliance with product quality requirements, industry standards, and applicable safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in internal and external audits conducted by lubricant and chemical vendors and industry organizations, including document preparation, data gathering, and follow-up action tracking.
• Provide technical and sample testing support to frontline sales and operations teams, escalating complex technical issues to senior staff as appropriate.
• Provide technical and sample testing support to frontline sales and operations teams, escalating complex technical issues to senior staff as appropriate.
• Assist with inventory management activities by supporting efforts to minimize product variation and maintain consistency across like products.
• Review lubricant and chemical analysis results and prepare summaries and explanations for internal teams and customers under guidance from senior personnel.
• Support delivery of operational training related to quality procedures, product handling, and compliance requirements for internal sales and operations teams.
• Assist with vendor coordination related to lubricant and chemical testing services, including scheduling, sample tracking, documentation, and issue follow-up.
• Travel to operational locations, customer sites, and vendor facilities to support audits, training activities, testing coordination, and operational quality support, as required.
• Work collaboratively within a cross-functional operations and marketing environment to support customer programs, operational initiatives, and process improvements.

• 0-3 years of experience in operations support, quality coordination, compliance, or related roles.
• Strong organizational and data-tracking skills with the ability to manage multiple operational priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and standard reporting tools.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across Operations, Sales, and vendor partners.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15-30% to support operational needs, including audits, training, and field support activities.
• Ability to follow established procedures and elevate issues appropriately.
• Experience in oil & gas, lubricant distribution, chemicals, or industrial services operations.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (ISO 9001, API, or similar).
• Exposure to audits, inspections, inventory management, or compliance activities.
• Experience supporting laboratory or third-party testing programs in an operational context.

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Business, Science or a related field OR equivalent relevant experience.