Quality Specialist Jobs in Texas
Quality Specialist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across aerospace and defense, oil and gas, semiconductor manufacturing, and medical devices. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Texas Instruments, and Medtronic. The most consistent openings are in supplier quality, quality systems and compliance, and manufacturing quality engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Tejas is hiring a Materials Specialist–Quality Control to support our Quality Department by testing, measuring, and evaluating incoming raw materials to ensure they meet company standards. You will help manage material complaints end-to-end, including submitting claims, confirming the return or disposal of materials, and ensuring credit and/or CAR documentation is received. You will also verify that corrective actions are completed by suppliers as indicated. Additional Quality Control and/or inventory management support may be assigned as needed.
Reliability, commitment, and a strong attention to detail are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect incoming materials and verify they meet quality standards.
Approve or reject materials based on established criteria.
Support supplier quality issue management and follow-up as needed.
Track quality complaints and communicate concerns to management.
Help maintain accurate inventory records, communicating any material concerns to operations promptly.
Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and traceable.
Help with Quality Control tasks and documentation as assigned.
Identify opportunities to improve quality and inventory processes.
Maintain reports and tracking spreadsheets using Excel or Google Sheets.
Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Comfortable using computers and Google Workspace.
Willingness to learn new software and ERP systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.
Schedule
Full-time, schedule varies; generally Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM, with some Saturdays.
Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This role requires prolonged standing and frequent use of hands and arms, including reaching and lifting or moving materials up to 50 pounds. Employees may also need to walk, sit, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl as required to perform essential job functions. You must have sufficient visual ability, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. The work environment may include moving mechanical equipment, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and elevated noise levels. Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as masks and gloves, is provided as needed, and safety footwear is required.
REQUIREMENTS
Texas Poly, dba Tejas is a custom flexible packaging manufacturer established in 1978. As a family-run business, we operate with integrity and respect and expect the same of all of our employees.
Employees MUST be 18 years of age or older and must have valid US work authorization.
Tejas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Tejas is hiring a Materials Specialist–Quality Control to support our Quality Department by testing, measuring, and evaluating incoming raw materials to ensure they meet company standards. You will help manage material complaints end-to-end, including submitting claims, confirming the return or disposal of materials, and ensuring credit and/or CAR documentation is received. You will also verify that corrective actions are completed by suppliers as indicated. Additional Quality Control and/or inventory management support may be assigned as needed.
Reliability, commitment, and a strong attention to detail are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Inspect incoming materials and verify they meet quality standards.
Approve or reject materials based on established criteria.
Support supplier quality issue management and follow-up as needed.
Track quality complaints and communicate concerns to management.
Help maintain accurate inventory records, communicating any material concerns to operations promptly.
Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and traceable.
Help with Quality Control tasks and documentation as assigned.
Identify opportunities to improve quality and inventory processes.
Maintain reports and tracking spreadsheets using Excel or Google Sheets.
Qualifications
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Comfortable using computers and Google Workspace.
Willingness to learn new software and ERP systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.
Schedule
Full-time, schedule varies; generally Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM, with some Saturdays.
Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This role requires prolonged standing and frequent use of hands and arms, including reaching and lifting or moving materials up to 50 pounds. Employees may also need to walk, sit, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl as required to perform essential job functions. You must have sufficient visual ability, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. The work environment may include moving mechanical equipment, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and elevated noise levels. Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as masks and gloves, is provided as needed, and safety footwear is required.
REQUIREMENTS
Texas Poly, dba Tejas is a custom flexible packaging manufacturer established in 1978. As a family-run business, we operate with integrity and respect and expect the same of all of our employees.
Employees MUST be 18 years of age or older and must have valid US work authorization.
Tejas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Trucking
- Education
- Insurance
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credential
- Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems
- Proficiency with statistical process control tools such as FMEA, APQP, or PPAP
- Familiarity with industry-specific regulatory requirements in aerospace, defense, or medical devices
- Strong written communication skills for documentation, corrective actions, and audit reports
Quality Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality specialist in Texas?
Most quality specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field, combined with professional certification from the American Society for Quality. The CQE or CQA exam is the most recognized credential with Texas employers, particularly in aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturing. Texas does not issue a state license for most quality roles, so ASQ certification paired with industry-relevant experience is the standard hiring requirement.
Which companies hire quality specialists in Texas?
Texas quality specialist roles are posted by Houston Methodist, Lonza, and OptioRx and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and medical device manufacturers means demand is spread across large global employers as well as regional contract manufacturers and tier-one suppliers.
Which Texas cities have the most quality specialist jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Austin lead Texas for quality specialist openings. Houston's dominance reflects its energy, petrochemical, and medical center industries, while the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is driven by aerospace and defense contractors, electronics manufacturers, and corporate headquarters with large supplier quality teams. San Antonio's growth is tied to military installation support, advanced manufacturing, and a rapidly expanding bioscience sector.
Are there remote quality specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality specialist work is largely hands-on, involving physical audits, production floor inspections, and supplier site visits that require an in-person presence. About 21% of quality specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in quality systems management, documentation control, or supplier quality roles where the primary work is reviewing records and coordinating corrective actions rather than inspecting parts directly.
How can I get hired as a quality specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to quality technician or quality inspector roles at Texas manufacturers, which serve as direct stepping stones into specialist positions. Large aerospace employers such as Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth and L3Harris in Waco hire entry-level quality technicians and run structured development programs for candidates with engineering coursework but no work history. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential before applying demonstrates commitment and gives candidates a measurable edge over others with similar backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to quality specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across manufacturing, aerospace, medical devices, and related industries. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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