Ensure all OQ documentation and OQ references are reflective of current program standards. * Assist in the development of Plains specific OQ training and evaluation. * Produce clear and concise ...
Ensure all OQ documentation and OQ references are reflective of current program standards. * Assist in the development of Plains specific OQ training and evaluation. * Produce clear and concise ...
Equipment Operator - Gas Division
Franklin, TN · On-site
$18.75 - $25.75/hr
Maintain current Operator Qualification (OQ) status for every covered task performed, and work only within the scope of current OQ certifications. * Perform other related duties as assigned by the ...
Equipment Operator - Gas Division
Franklin, TN · On-site
$18.75 - $25.75/hr
Maintain current Operator Qualification (OQ) status for every covered task performed, and work only within the scope of current OQ certifications. * Perform other related duties as assigned by the ...
Supervisor-EHS (Operator Qualification)
Houston, TX · On-site
$79K - $107K/yr
Provide guidance to the OQ Team members for improved coordination, focus, and effectiveness. * Maintain and revise as necessary, Kinder Morgan's Operator Qualification and related Training Program to ...
Supervisor-EHS (Operator Qualification)
Houston, TX · On-site
$79K - $107K/yr
Provide guidance to the OQ Team members for improved coordination, focus, and effectiveness. * Maintain and revise as necessary, Kinder Morgan's Operator Qualification and related Training Program to ...
Equipment Technician III (Advanced Equipment Technician) - Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$44K - $56K/yr
Support IQ/OQ qualification activities. Perform root cause investigations and corrective actions. Improve equipment reliability and manufacturing uptime. Support NPI equipment ramp-up activities.
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Equipment Technician III (Advanced Equipment Technician) - Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
$44K - $56K/yr
Support IQ/OQ qualification activities. Perform root cause investigations and corrective actions. Improve equipment reliability and manufacturing uptime. Support NPI equipment ramp-up activities.
Mold Validation Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Prepare draft OQ/PQ plans and validation documentation . * Define mold validation scope and validation requirements. * Review mold trial results and recommend process changes when required.
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Mold Validation Engineer
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
Prepare draft OQ/PQ plans and validation documentation . * Define mold validation scope and validation requirements. * Review mold trial results and recommend process changes when required.
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Validation Engineer
Concord, NC · On-site
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in IQ/OQ/PQ, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within pharma or biotech settings. Key Responsibilities * Execute and support equipment ...
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Validation Engineer
Concord, NC · On-site
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in IQ/OQ/PQ, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within pharma or biotech settings. Key Responsibilities * Execute and support equipment ...
Ensure all personnel onsite hold valid Operator Qualifications (OQ) for assigned tasks Safety & Compliance Oversight: Confirm all work aligns with technical specifications and regulatory standards ...
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Ensure all personnel onsite hold valid Operator Qualifications (OQ) for assigned tasks Safety & Compliance Oversight: Confirm all work aligns with technical specifications and regulatory standards ...
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
Validation Specialist / Calibration Technician (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Validation Specialist / Calibration Technician (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
San Antonio, TX · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Validation Specialist / Calibration Technician (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
Houston, TX · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Validation Specialist / Calibration Technician (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
Houston, TX · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
This role oversees a team of OQ evaluators who conduct approximately 900 operator qualifications annually, ensuring continuous compliance with PHMSA 49 CFR 192/195 requirements and alignment with ...
Validation Engineer (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Validation Engineer (CQV, GMP, Life Sciences)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Execute and support IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification) protocols * Work on validation of lab systems, equipment, and utilities
Manufacturing Engineer with CNC
Warsaw, IN · On-site
$70K - $89K/yr
Ensure IQ/OQ/PQ, calibration, traceability, and compliance with GMP/ISO standards in a regulated MedTech environment. Aim: Ensure robust, reproducible manufacturing processes and maintain inspection ...
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Manufacturing Engineer with CNC
Warsaw, IN · On-site
$70K - $89K/yr
Ensure IQ/OQ/PQ, calibration, traceability, and compliance with GMP/ISO standards in a regulated MedTech environment. Aim: Ensure robust, reproducible manufacturing processes and maintain inspection ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
Pipefitter
Halethorpe, MD · On-site
DOT OQ Gas Pipeline qualified and experienced in the use of all types of fusion equipment and pipefitting procedures. Functions as a technical crew member. Testing Requirements: For the Gas Division ...
Pipefitter
Halethorpe, MD · On-site
DOT OQ Gas Pipeline qualified and experienced in the use of all types of fusion equipment and pipefitting procedures. Functions as a technical crew member. Testing Requirements: For the Gas Division ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
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OQ Protocols * PQ Protocols * IOQ Protocols * Validation Summary Reports * Qualification Traceability Matrices * Generate User Requirement Specifications (URS) when required. * Develop test scripts ...
Equipment Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Plan and execute IQ/OQ/PQ protocols. Support FDA and internal audits. Drive equipment reliability initiatives through RCA and CAPA. Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Troubleshoot ...
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Equipment Engineer
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Plan and execute IQ/OQ/PQ protocols. Support FDA and internal audits. Drive equipment reliability initiatives through RCA and CAPA. Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Troubleshoot ...
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| Work Environment | Often in industrial, manufacturing, or engineering settings | Primarily in business, finance, or tech sectors |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in engineering, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects | Common in corporate, finance, marketing, and tech industries |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding technical roles in engineering and infrastructure | Analyzing data to inform business decisions |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO
Posted 8 days ago
Plains All American Pipeline rating
7.6
Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Regular
Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We're on the lookout for passionate self-starters who thrive in fast-moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.
Job Purpose/Summary
The HSE Analyst - Operator Qualification (OQ) Analyst will assist the HSE Training Manager to implement and coordinate OQ compliance efforts. The position will unify the existing programs to produce the highest standards in compliance with existing and forthcoming rules and regulations. This role reports to the HSE Training Manager.
The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.
Job Responsibilities:
- Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable Operator Qualification regulations and industry guidance.
- Assist in the development and improvement of the OQ Program.
- Ensure all OQ documentation and OQ references are reflective of current program standards.
- Assist in the development of Plains specific OQ training and evaluation.
- Produce clear and concise documents and instructional materials.
- Assist in the management of contractor compliance efforts.
- Facilitate communication between OQ compliance systems and vendors.
- Participate in assessment of 3rd party training providers OQ content.
- Establish employee OQ profiles in Learning Management System (LMS) and/or other applicable repositories.
- Manage OQ evaluator training and statuses.
- Support and provide training for OQ compliance efforts.
- Contribute to the preparation of training events.
- Coordinate and cultivate inter-department support/interaction, as needed.
- Support projects by planning and implementing initiatives aligned with strategic objectives, evaluating program and project outcomes, and identifying lessons learned.
- Provide reports for the tracking and closure of all actions, projects and program metrics. This includes providing technical and organizational support to HSE, Operations and other departments.
- Maintain all compliance documentation within the Plains record keeping standard.
- Identify process improvements for monitoring and collection of data and metrics.
- Promote and champion corporate training systems and services.
- Assist in Post-Accident Assessments, as necessary.
- Assist in industry and vendor events through participation, as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
- A high school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
- Superb verbal and written communication skills and ability to effectively work with people of varying experience at different levels of the organization.
- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, focus on detail, follow.
- policies/procedures and maintain confidentiality.
- Must have ability to travel up to 30%.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and computer skills.
- Working knowledge of 49 CFR 192 and 195 preferred.
- Working knowledge of pipeline operations and regulations applicable to liquid and gas transportation.
- Experience in the use of Learning Management Systems preferred.
- Understanding of functions and responsibilities of the Operator Qualification Rule and Programs preferred.
- Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
- Compliance with the Company's drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
- This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment.
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At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting WebCareers@Plains.com.
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About Plains All American Pipeline
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Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1981