QHSE Manager

WhatleyHR; Rhome (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An industrial organization is seeking a QHSE Manager in Rhome, Texas, to oversee quality, health, safety, and environmental operations across North America. The ideal candidate must have a relevant bachelor's degree and over five years of leadership experience in QHSE within manufacturing. Responsibilities include managing compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards and leading safety programs. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this full-time, on-site role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in QHSE or Quality leadership in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Solid experience in manufacturing quality control and evidence-based decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience with internal/external audits and CAPA systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the North America QHSE system and ensure audit readiness.
• Oversee OSHA safety programs and environmental regulatory compliance.
• Manage non-conformances, customer complaints, and CAPAs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Root-cause analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related technical discipline

Job description

WhatleyHR is a leading human resources consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations navigate the complexities of HR processes. We believe that the most valuable asset of any business is its people, and we are committed to recruiting talent that embodies dedication, innovation, and passion.

*This role is intended for a WhatleyHR client, not for WhatleyHR itself. The client will be revealed during the screening process.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site position for a QHSE Manager (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental) based in Rhome, TX. The role oversees all QHSE programs for the company's SPT and Coatings operations across the U.S. and Canada. It is essential for maintaining compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 quality standards, OSHA, environmental, transportation, and trade regulations, while actively promoting sustainable operational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the North America QHSE system, including quality, safety, and environmental governance.
• Lead, maintain, and improve AS9100 and ISO 9001 QMS programs.
• Oversee QMS transformation initiatives to simplify, digitize, and standardize documentation.
• Ensure audit readiness and lead internal and external audits.
• Ensure timely closure of non-conformances, customer complaints, and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Oversee OSHA safety programs, incident investigation, and employee training.
• Manage environmental regulatory compliance, including reporting and waste disposal programs.
• Ensure compliance with HAZMAT/Dangerous Goods transportation and ITAR/export regulations.
• Own and manage emergency preparedness and response programs.
• Develop and track QHSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Act as the point of escalation for significant customer quality issues, field failures, or recalls.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Quality, Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in QHSE or Quality leadership within an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Solid experience in manufacturing quality control and evidence-based decision making.
• Demonstrated experience with internal/external audits, CAPA systems, non-conformity management, lean management, document control, and compliance programs.
• Experience managing AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 QMS systems.
• Strong leadership, project management, and excellent communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in Chemical, Automotive, Electronics, Cosmetics, Plastic, Aerospace, or Defense industries.
• Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification (AS9100 / ISO 9001).
• Demonstrated experience with Digital QMS platforms, OSHA/environmental regulatory compliance, HAZMAT/Dangerous Goods regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG, TDG), and ITAR/export compliance.

Functional Skills & Knowledge

• Strong root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving capability (8D, RCA, FMEA, etc.).
• Ability to simplify processes and remove non-value-added activity.
• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety requirements and programs.
• Effective communication and coaching skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage audits and certification processes.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (approximately 10%).