Ready Mix Concrete Quality Control Manager

Position Overview

This position is accountable for all aspects of Quality Management. Plans, coordinates, and directs quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Ensures a safe working environment in compliance with all Safety Polices for all employees and visitors to the facility.

Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards, and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product.

Formulates and maintains quality control objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.

Directs Field Technician in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.

Plans, promotes, and organizes training activities related to product, quality, and reliability.

Investigates and adjusts customer complaints regarding quality in order to maintain customer relations.

Job requires an extensive knowledge of aggregate and concrete and respective test standards and the ability to perform / analyze product testing / results.

Responsible for design and oversight of submissions for all concrete mix designs and their implementation at the plants.

Oversees all field testing. This includes cutting cores, taking densities using nuclear gauges, various other types of sampling and testing as needed.

Responsible for all Material Certification submittals for the Company and outside customers as requested.

Liaison between the Company and outside testing labs. State Departments of Transportation, appropriate County and / or Cities, and independent labs are included.

Responsible for informing the proper supervision of test results and giving technical advice and information when requested.

This includes prompt notification of supervisors of poor test results and other deficiencies when they occur.

Keeping accurate records of test results and correspondence.

Required to take continuing education courses when available and at superior’s discretion.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education / Experience

High School Diploma or GED required

Minimum 5-10 years in the ready mix concrete, aggregates and asphalt industries

Must have proper ACI Certifications

Work Requirements

Safely operate various types’ equipment related to work requirements.

Strictly adhere to safety requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in the employee manuals.

Must be willing to travel to jobsites and work away from home when required.

Report to work at the designated start time. Reliable attendance is essential.

Work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors / managers with other duties as required.

Available to work nights and weekends when necessary.

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

Test product for the required specifications depending upon each job.

Ability to use all tools required to complete testing of product.

Strong Leadership skills

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Climb : ascend / descend three point entries into cab of equipment / vehicle.

Lift : exertion of physical strength to move objects (50-70 lbs.) from one level to another.

Carry : hold or rest weighted objects (50-70 lbs.) directly on hands, arms, shoulders, or back while walking from one location to another.

Bend : flexion of the upper trunk forward while standing and knees extended or knees flexed when sitting.

Push / Pull : Exertion of force on or against object (70 lbs.) to move it from one location to another.

Reach : extend the hands and arms in any direction.

Kneel : maintain the body in an erect posture while resting body weight on one or both knees.

Stoop : flexion of the upper body forward at the waist with partial flexion of the knee while standing.

Twist : using hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.

Any weight over 50 lbs. requires the use of another employee

Work Environment

Noise : sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction or possible injury to sense of hearing.

Requires being exposed to extremes of hot, cold and wet weather.

Fumes : vaporous emissions, usually odorous, thrown off as the result of combustion or chemical reaction.

Gases : carbon monoxide and ozone.

Dust : airborne particles of any kind such as dust.

Hazards : closeness to moving mechanical parts; slipping while ascending / descending equipment cab;

Working near live traffic while on the job site.

Protection : required to wear hard hat, safety glasses (prescription or non-prescription) with side shields, safety vest, gloves, steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Americas Offers You

A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs