Quality Control Manager Jobs in Texas
Quality Control Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace and defense, food and beverage production, and oil and gas supply chain operations at every level from entry-level quality technician to senior QC director. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio account for the largest share of openings, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Tyson Foods, and Valero Energy regularly staff quality control manager roles. The most sought-after specialties in Texas include ISO compliance, supplier quality management, and food safety systems such as HACCP and FSMA. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
As a Quality Control Manager, you will ensure the project is built within contract document specifications, owner requirements, and comply with local, state, and federal building codes. You will coordinate with other trades, process daily reports of project progress and adhere to all guidelines issued by the owner. As a strong communicator, you will help to build a quality control team that is open, transparent, and delivers excellence.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the project team to understand, plan, and implement the contract drawings and specifications
- Collaborate with the owner, design team, and contractors to ensure quality and timeliness of project construction and completion
- Implement and manage the “Three Phases of Control” Quality Control Plan
- Oversee submittal review and approval
- Schedule and conduct quality control meetings - Preparatory, Initial Phase, Follow-up
- Control documents related to quality control functions
- Establish testing procedures in accordance with contract specifications
- Manage inspections process
- Coordinate third party testing agents and interface with the Owner’s representatives as required
- Closely track and maintain a project deficiency log
- Manage the punch list process
- Oversee project closeout deliverable process - training, O&Ms
- Confer directly with the executive management team
- Encourage, lead, and/or participate in staff training and development
- Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
- Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
- Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree in a construction or related discipline or relevant experience
- Minimum 5-8+ years verifiable construction quality control and/or inspection experience
- Takes initiative and personal responsibility to always deliver value and excellence
- Uses expertise to create a vision and aligns the team to deliver/achieve desired outcomes
- A track record of establishing/contributing to creative strategic solutions
- Ability to communicate effectively with, persuade, and gain “buy-in” from, a broad range of stakeholders (e.g., executive team, leadership team, Business Unit Leaders, direct reports, clients, trade partners, and third party providers)
- Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in large scale construction management or construction trade with increasing levels of responsibility
- Must be able to manage other inspectors and submittal clerks, as well as coordinate independent material testing and lab work
- Ability to process a large volume of submittals / RFIs
- Prior experience developing and managing Quality Control Plans
INTRODUCTION
As a Quality Control Manager, you will ensure the project is built within contract document specifications, owner requirements, and comply with local, state, and federal building codes. You will coordinate with other trades, process daily reports of project progress and adhere to all guidelines issued by the owner. As a strong communicator, you will help to build a quality control team that is open, transparent, and delivers excellence.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the project team to understand, plan, and implement the contract drawings and specifications
- Collaborate with the owner, design team, and contractors to ensure quality and timeliness of project construction and completion
- Implement and manage the “Three Phases of Control” Quality Control Plan
- Oversee submittal review and approval
- Schedule and conduct quality control meetings - Preparatory, Initial Phase, Follow-up
- Control documents related to quality control functions
- Establish testing procedures in accordance with contract specifications
- Manage inspections process
- Coordinate third party testing agents and interface with the Owner’s representatives as required
- Closely track and maintain a project deficiency log
- Manage the punch list process
- Oversee project closeout deliverable process - training, O&Ms
- Confer directly with the executive management team
- Encourage, lead, and/or participate in staff training and development
- Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
- Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
- Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree in a construction or related discipline or relevant experience
- Minimum 5-8+ years verifiable construction quality control and/or inspection experience
- Takes initiative and personal responsibility to always deliver value and excellence
- Uses expertise to create a vision and aligns the team to deliver/achieve desired outcomes
- A track record of establishing/contributing to creative strategic solutions
- Ability to communicate effectively with, persuade, and gain “buy-in” from, a broad range of stakeholders (e.g., executive team, leadership team, Business Unit Leaders, direct reports, clients, trade partners, and third party providers)
- Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in large scale construction management or construction trade with increasing levels of responsibility
- Must be able to manage other inspectors and submittal clerks, as well as coordinate independent material testing and lab work
- Ability to process a large volume of submittals / RFIs
- Prior experience developing and managing Quality Control Plans
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Quality Control Manager Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon10
- Yates Construction10
- Terracon Consultants9
- Burns & McDonnell8
- Applied Materials7
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate45
- Consulting & Professional Services39
- Manufacturing30
- Technology & Software28
- Food & Beverage22
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, food science, or a related technical field
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential strongly preferred
- Five or more years of quality control experience in manufacturing or regulated industry
- Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or industry-specific quality management systems
- Experience leading audits, corrective action processes, and root cause analysis
- Proficiency with statistical process control software and quality documentation systems
Quality Control Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control manager in Texas?
Most quality control manager roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in engineering, food science, chemistry, or a closely related field, combined with several years of hands-on quality or manufacturing experience. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for quality control managers, but hiring managers in aerospace, food production, and energy strongly favor the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credentials. Building experience in regulated industries present throughout Texas, such as petrochemicals or food processing, accelerates advancement into management.
How much do quality control managers make in Texas?
Quality control managers in Texas earn a median of about $130,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,780 for the lowest 10% to over $207,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality control managers in Texas?
Employers hiring quality control managers in Texas right now include Amazon, Yates Construction, and Terracon Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace manufacturers, food and beverage processors, and oil and gas equipment suppliers means that quality control manager demand stays relatively consistent across economic cycles.
Which Texas cities have the most quality control manager jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have the most quality control manager openings in Texas. Houston leads due to its deep concentration of energy sector suppliers, petrochemical plants, and medical device manufacturers, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws demand from aerospace, electronics, and large food distribution operations, and San Antonio's manufacturing corridor and military-adjacent defense contractors round out the market.
Are there remote quality control manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control managers typically work on-site to oversee production lines, conduct physical inspections, and manage floor-level teams, so the role is inherently hands-on. About 5% of quality control manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to focus on documentation review, supplier audits, and compliance reporting rather than direct production oversight.
How can I get hired as a quality control manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a quality technician or quality inspector role at a Texas manufacturer and building toward management from there. Large Texas food producers and aerospace contractors frequently hire for associate quality roles that lead to supervisory tracks. Pursuing an entry-level ASQ certification such as the Certified Quality Inspector credential gives candidates a concrete edge. Texas community colleges, including those partnered with the Texas Workforce Commission, offer quality systems courses that hiring managers at mid-size manufacturers recognize and value.
Where can I find and apply to quality control manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to quality control manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and target industry, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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