WTR Search is seeking a Quality Health & Safety Manager to 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
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Quality Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field, and relevant certifications (e.
g., ASQ, NEBOSH) required
- Fluent in English and Spanish preferred
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