Quality & HSE Manager

Gates Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation + holidays + sick days

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gates Corporation in Houston seeks a Quality & HSE Manager to lead the Quality Management System (QMS) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) efforts for the Houston manufacturing and service operations. The role requires 8+ years in quality leadership and strong API Q1 experience, with preference for API 7K/16C and monogramming familiarity.

This hands-on manager will audit, investigate, drive continuous improvement, manage a team, and collaborate with Operations, Production, Engineering, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering, manufacturing, quality, safety, business, or related field.
• 8+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leading people and developing teams.
• Strong working knowledge of API Q1 requirements.
• Oil & gas industry experience preferred.
• Experience with API 7K and API 16C products and monogramming preferred.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience leading external audits and regulatory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead API, customer, and third-party audits with corrective actions and closure.
• Ensure compliance with API Q1, API Monogram licensing, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor quality KPIs, NCRs, customer complaints, COPQ, supplier quality, and audit findings.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions using structured problem solving.
• Maintain document control, risk assessments, management reviews, internal audits, and supplier qualification.
• Collaborate with Operations, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve quality and efficiency.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Oversee incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and corrective actions.
• Provide monthly updates on quality, safety, environmental compliance, audits, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality leadership

API Q1 knowledge

Audits & compliance

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Regulatory awareness

Audit facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Manufacturing / Quality / Safety / Business

Tools

API Monogramming

Job description

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

What to Expect

GESNA is seeking a highly driven, results-oriented Quality & HSE Manager to lead the Quality Management System (QMS) and Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) functions for our Houston manufacturing and service operations.

This role requires a proven leader with extensive experience in API Q1 quality systems and a strong understanding of the oil and gas industry. Experience supporting API 7K and API 16C licensed products is highly preferred. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of delivering measurable business results, successfully leading audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and developing teams while maintaining a strong hands-on presence in daily operations.

This is not strictly a desk-based management role. The Quality & HSE Manager must be willing to roll up their sleeves, work alongside their team, participate in inspections, audits, investigations, corrective actions, and problem-solving efforts, and lead by example on the shop floor.

While reporting directly to the Sr. Operations Manager, the Quality & HSE Manager will maintain close alignment with regional and global Quality and HSE leadership through regular performance reviews, KPI reporting, and participation in recurring business reviews. The role is responsible for providing monthly updates on quality, safety, environmental, compliance, audit, and continuous improvement performance while ensuring local initiatives remain aligned with broader organizational objectives.

Keys Responsibilities (to name a few)

• Serve as Management Representative and owner of the GESNA Quality Management System.
• Maintain compliance with API Q1, and applicable customer, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• Lead all API, customer, and third-party audits, including preparation, execution, corrective actions, and closure.
• Ensure continued compliance with API Monogram licensing requirements, including API 7K and API 16C programs.
• Monitor and improve quality KPIs, including NCRs, customer complaints, COPQ, supplier quality, audit findings, and corrective action effectiveness.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Maintain document control, risk assessments, management review processes, internal audits, and supplier qualification programs.
• Partner with Operations, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve quality performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead and promote a strong culture of safety throughout the facility.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and corporate HSE requirements.
• Manage incident investigations, near miss reporting, corrective actions, and risk assessments.
• Maintain emergency response, safety training, and compliance reporting programs.
• Conduct routine facility safety audits and inspections.
• Develop and implement programs to reduce workplace risk and continuously improve safety performance.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 8+ years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3+ years leading people and developing teams.
• Strong working knowledge of API Q1 requirements.
• Prior experience in the oil & gas industry.
• Direct experience with API 7K and API 16C products and monograming requirement preferred.
• API Q1 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience leading external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Proven success implementing and sustaining quality management systems.
• Strong root cause analysis and corrective action experience.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Pay & Benefits

• Full-Time
• Bonus Eligible
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.