Onsite - Garland, TX

Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000/yr

Company

Conner Industries, Inc. is a rapidly growing manufacturer and distributor in the industrial lumber, custom wood packaging, and integrated packaging markets. With an outstanding reputation, and over 40 years as an industry leader, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and currently sit at #2 in the U.S. for market share. 

Conner Industries is a premier manufacturer specializing in industrial wood and packaging solutions, offering a range of products including softwood, hardwood, pallets, skids, and crates. Guardian Packaging, a division of Conner Industries, is focused on expansion and identifying new industries to serve. To support this growth, we recognize the necessity of a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS). Guardian currently operates under a QMS and requires a dedicated Quality Manager to maintain and enhance the existing system.

The Quality Manager will be responsible for overseeing and administering quality functions at the site, ensuring adherence to ISO 9001-2015, AS9100, and other applicable regulatory standards. This role supports manufacturing and servicing operations by leading problem-solving investigations, conducting in-process sub-assembly and final QC product acceptance testing, and identifying and documenting process and product non-conformances. Additionally, the Quality Manager will collaborate with operations teams to implement corrective actions, review device history records, authorize the release of finished products/processes, and oversee calibration and environmental monitoring processes to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain, review, and improve upon existing AS9100/ISO9002 QMS
• Working knowledge of ISO9001/ AS9100
• Write and maintain procedures, work instructions, and other controlled documentation
• Support Manufacturing by resolving Quality issues
• Manage internal audits and facilitate external audits as needed
• Assist in handling customer returns, completing root cause analyses, and driving pragmatic corrective and preventive actions
• Train employees at various levels of the organization on relevant QMS topics
• Create Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, and Control Plans

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering desired, although a combination of education and directly related work experience will also be considered
• 2-5 years of Quality or Manufacturing Engineering
• Lean/6σ/AS9100 experience a bonus
• Experience with Cybersecurity certifications a plus
• Ability to self-direct, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Proficient with MS Office or similar software
• Fluent in Spanish a bonus

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change

EEO STATEMENT

Conner Industries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Conner Industries complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Conner Industries does not disqualify applicants that test positive for THC on the pre-employment drug screen. As permitted by state law, applicants being considered for positions with the following responsibilities: CDL Drivers, Forklift Operators, Sales, Maintenance, Management, and all Corporate positions, must pass a drug and alcohol test, done through an outside vendor, Quest Diagnostics, before beginning work in that position. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification for the desired position.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off - Accrued Immediately, Available at 30 days
• 8 Company Paid Holidays
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - Including Trade Schools
• Training & Development