Quality & Safety Manager

Pratt Industries • Cypress, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality & Safety Manager for Pratt Industries in Houston is responsible for upholding facility safety and quality standards. The role develops and oversees safety programs, manages quality systems, directs production scheduling, and serves as a liaison among production, sales, and customer service to support accurate order fulfillment. The manager drives continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, customer-focused problem-solving, and a safe working environment.

Requirements

• College degree in manufacturing, engineering, or logistics, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in manufacturing areas such as production or logistics.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate operational issues into clear procedures and listen effectively to team needs.
• Ability to analyze quality data and cost-avoidance methods and use statistical software.
• Systemic problem-solving ability, including handling multiple complex priorities and identifying root causes.
• Proficiency with MS Office and statistical software; familiarity with ISO standards and quality management systems.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Assertive, self-starting leadership style; ability to inspire team loyalty, mentor others, and drive organizational change.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience in corrugated manufacturing or quality system management.
• Previous ISO certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Quality Management System and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost and service.
• Lead plant safety initiatives, including regulatory compliance, training, and job design.
• Manage customer feedback and complaints, using root cause analysis to implement corrective actions.
• Conduct and lead safety inspections, meetings, and new-hire safety orientation programs.
• Track vendor performance and analyze quality data to generate performance reports.
• Oversee the light-duty program by coordinating with medical providers and developing appropriate tasks.
• Manage and maintain documentation regarding work-related incidents and workers’ compensation.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager to communicate operational needs regarding quality and safety.
• Perform strategic planning to improve products and ensure a safe working environment.
• Adhere to and enforce plant Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Build and retain a customer-focused environment for internal and external stakeholders.
• Direct production scheduling and coordinate order fulfillment across production, sales, and customer service.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month.
• Paid holidays from day one.
• 401(k) with a 3% match after three months.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year.
• Medical, dental, short-term disability, and HSA.
• Paid childbearing and parental leave after one year.
• Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded annually to an HSA.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Safety and PPE reimbursements.
• Cell phone discount with two major providers.
• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met.
• Vision and life insurance, disability coverage, All State, and Pre-Paid Legal.
• Paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager