Quality Health & Safety Manager

WTR Search is seeking aQuality Health & Safety Managerto work with a rapidly growing Wind Gearbox Company. This position is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety across all aspects of operations. This role plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing quality management systems and fostering a culture of safety excellence within the organization.

The position is based in Big Spring, TX. Relocation assistance is available.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Quality Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive quality management system (QMS)
• Establish quality control processes for all phases of production
• Conduct regular audits and inspections
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Provide training and support to employees

Health & Safety Management:

• Develop and implement an effective health and safety management system (HSMS)
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses
• Establish and enforce safety protocols and procedures
• Provide ongoing safety training and education to employees, contractors, and visitors
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards governing the wind energy industry in Texas, including OSHA, EPA, and ANSI/ISO standards
• Stay informed about changes in legislation, regulations, and industry best practices
• Maintain accurate records and documentation

Supplier and Customer Quality Assurance:

• Establish quality criteria and specifications for components and materials procured from suppliers, and conduct supplier evaluations and audits to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with customers to understand their quality requirements and expectations, and address any concerns or issues related to product quality or performance

Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality and health & safety, and implement measures to improve performance and efficiency
• Facilitate quality improvement initiatives and projects, such as Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of Quality Management and/or health & safety leadership roles, preferably in the wind energy or manufacturing industry
• 3-5 years of experience leading and managing audits, inspections, and incident investigations
• ISO 9001 auditor or implementation experience, ISO Process definition, application, and communication
• Strong knowledge of quality management principles, techniques, and tools, such as statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices applicable to the wind energy sector, including OSHA regulations
• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, Quality Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field, and relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ, NEBOSH) preferred