Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Texas
Quality Control Inspector jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, oil and gas equipment production, automotive parts, and food processing industries that anchor the state's industrial economy. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio generate the largest share of openings, with major employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Valero Energy maintaining sustained hiring pipelines across the state. The most sought-after specialties are dimensional inspection, non-destructive testing, and ISO and AS9100 quality systems auditing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Texstar Enterprises, LLC, as a Quality Control Field Inspector, you’ll oversee and lead quality assurance processes, ensuring that construction and installation work meets high standards. You'll develop and implement strategies, resolve issues, and collaborate with teams to enhance quality and maintain compliance throughout projects.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
What you’ll do
- Lead and conduct comprehensive quality inspections throughout the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with industry standards, specifications, and contractual requirements
- Ensure thorough documentation of all quality control processes, inspection reports, and compliance records, and maintain organized project files
- Review and validate that billing statements accurately reflect the work performed and align with project documentation and contractual agreements
- Design, update, and enforce quality control procedures and standards to ensure they meet current industry practices and regulatory requirements
- Analyze trends in quality data and non-conformance reports, and provide strategic recommendations for process improvements to mitigate recurring issues
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site leads to address quality concerns and ensure that quality standards are integrated into project planning and execution
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to quality control staff and field inspectors, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
- Perform internal audits and assessments to ensure adherence to quality control procedures and regulatory requirements, and address any compliance issues
- Interface with customers and other stakeholders to address quality-related inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction with the quality of work delivered
- Travel, handle on-call or after-hours responsibilities as needed, and adapt to varying weather conditions, along with other tasks as assigned
What you’ll need
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
- Two years of experience in the telecommunications or utility industry with a strong focus on quality work and contractual adherence
- Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of communications construction
- Five years quality control experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the telecommunication construction industry standard practices
- Knowledge of Customer Installation Standards and Documentation
Additional qualifications
- Associates Degree in an industry related field or equivalent work experience
Physical abilities & exposures
- Routinely: work alone in remote locations, operate vehicle, squeeze, bend, stoop, stand, walking, climb stairs, use keyboard and mouse
- Occasionally: work at heights, use ladder, life greater than 55 pounds
Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Discover a more connected career
At Texstar Enterprises, LLC, as a Quality Control Field Inspector, you’ll oversee and lead quality assurance processes, ensuring that construction and installation work meets high standards. You'll develop and implement strategies, resolve issues, and collaborate with teams to enhance quality and maintain compliance throughout projects.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
What you’ll do
- Lead and conduct comprehensive quality inspections throughout the project lifecycle to ensure compliance with industry standards, specifications, and contractual requirements
- Ensure thorough documentation of all quality control processes, inspection reports, and compliance records, and maintain organized project files
- Review and validate that billing statements accurately reflect the work performed and align with project documentation and contractual agreements
- Design, update, and enforce quality control procedures and standards to ensure they meet current industry practices and regulatory requirements
- Analyze trends in quality data and non-conformance reports, and provide strategic recommendations for process improvements to mitigate recurring issues
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site leads to address quality concerns and ensure that quality standards are integrated into project planning and execution
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to quality control staff and field inspectors, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
- Perform internal audits and assessments to ensure adherence to quality control procedures and regulatory requirements, and address any compliance issues
- Interface with customers and other stakeholders to address quality-related inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction with the quality of work delivered
- Travel, handle on-call or after-hours responsibilities as needed, and adapt to varying weather conditions, along with other tasks as assigned
What you’ll need
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
- Two years of experience in the telecommunications or utility industry with a strong focus on quality work and contractual adherence
- Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of communications construction
- Five years quality control experience
- Knowledge and understanding of the telecommunication construction industry standard practices
- Knowledge of Customer Installation Standards and Documentation
Additional qualifications
- Associates Degree in an industry related field or equivalent work experience
Physical abilities & exposures
- Routinely: work alone in remote locations, operate vehicle, squeeze, bend, stoop, stand, walking, climb stairs, use keyboard and mouse
- Occasionally: work at heights, use ladder, life greater than 55 pounds
Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Quality Control Inspector Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Energy
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control inspector jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical coursework in manufacturing or inspection
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential recognized by Texas manufacturing and aerospace employers
- Proficiency with precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or API quality management standards common in Texas industries
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Knowledge of non-destructive testing methods such as visual inspection, ultrasonic, or liquid penetrant testing
Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control inspector in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality control inspector, so entry typically begins with a high school diploma or associate degree in a technical field followed by on-the-job training. Most Texas employers in aerospace, oil and gas, and food manufacturing prefer candidates who hold or are working toward the American Society for Quality Certified Quality Inspector credential. Community colleges across Texas, including those in the Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio areas, offer quality technician programs that build the inspection and documentation skills employers expect.
Which companies hire quality control inspectors in Texas?
Employers hiring quality control inspectors in Texas right now include Tesla, Amentum, and Sanmina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, defense, petrochemical, and food production facilities creates consistent demand for inspection talent across the state year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most quality control inspector jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas account for the largest number of quality control inspector openings in Texas. Houston's petrochemical and energy equipment manufacturing base and Dallas-Fort Worth's aerospace, defense, and automotive supplier clusters drive most of the volume, while San Antonio's military installation supply chains and growing advanced manufacturing sector add steady demand in that metro as well.
Are there remote quality control inspector jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role requiring physical presence on a production floor, warehouse, or job site, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of quality control inspector openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that do allow remote work tend to involve documentation review, supplier audit coordination, or quality management system oversight rather than direct physical inspection.
How can I get hired as a quality control inspector in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for production associate or manufacturing technician roles at large Texas employers such as aerospace contractors in the Fort Worth corridor or food processing operations in the Houston area, then requesting rotation into inspection duties. Several Texas community college districts partner with local manufacturers on quality technician apprenticeship programs that combine paid work experience with classroom instruction. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector exam eligibility waiver through coursework, or building a portfolio of documented dimensional inspection and blueprint reading skills, gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without direct quality titles on their resume.
Where can I find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to quality control inspector jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including aerospace, manufacturing, oil and gas, and food production. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to whichever listings fit your background.
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