Quality Control Manager

CalPortland

$90K — $140K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Concrete Management, Civil Engineering or related field, or 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of concrete and aggregate testing per ASTM and AASHTO standards
  • Previous supervisory experience in a related role
  • Strong communication skills with ability to influence others
  • Basic understanding of concrete production processes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to perform physical tasks and work in varying weather conditions

Responsibilities

  • Review project specifications and recommend mix designs for sales quotes
  • Participate in pre-bid preparation activities
  • Schedule daily duties for Field Technicians
  • Manage lab housekeeping and control inventory
  • Prepare project submittals and coordinate with regional management
  • Attend pre-job meetings and provide insights on product quality
  • Conduct aggregate testing following ASTM methods
  • Assist with trial batches and relevant material testing
  • Maintain equipment calibration for lab and field use
  • Record and analyze performance reports to enhance mix productivity
  • Resolve project-related problems and customer complaints
  • Ensure compliance with lab certifications and safety standards

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Collaborative work environment across multiple departments
  • Potential for overtime work
  • Engagement in impactful projects related to concrete quality
  • Access to various testing and lab resources
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Quality Control Manager will assist the Quality Director with reviewing project specifications and recommending mix designs to quote, developing and submitting mix designs, and optimizing and troubleshooting mixes' field performance.

Compensation

$90k-$140k DOE

Responsibilities

  • Review project specifications and recommend mix designs to the Sales Department to quote jobs
  • Participate in pre-bidding preparation
  • Schedule Field Technicians daily duties
  • Maintain lab housekeeping as well as inventory control
  • Prepare project submittals
  • Coordinate work with other regional management personnel, i.e., Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Dispatch in order to better serve the customer
  • Attend pre-job meetings and provide input on issues that may impact product quality
  • Conduct aggregate testing as per applicable (ASTM, ATTI, etc.) test methods
  • Assist with trial batches (i.e. preparing and weighing up material, running applicable ACI tests, etc.)
  • Enter data into Stonemont (i.e. mix designs, break results, etc.)
  • Prepare and analyze reports (i.e. compressive strength, gradations, etc.) to determine how to optimize mix performance
  • Handle and provide solutions for project problems and complaints
  • Keep current on lab certification(s)
  • Maintain equipment and calibrations for laboratory and field equipment
  • Obtain and maintain all necessary ACI, OSHA and MSHA certifications; LA City Approvals, CCRL/AMRL Proficiency and Inspections


Education

Degree in Concrete Management, Civil Engineering (preferred) or related field or minimum 5 years' experience

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Knowledge of concrete and aggregate testing with respect to current ASTM and AASHTO standards
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and work in varying extreme weather conditions
  • Strong communication skills; ability to motivate and influence others
  • Must understand the basics of concrete and aggregate production
  • Well-versed in Microsoft Office basics (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel)
  • Strong math, analytical, and attention to details skills
  • Must be able to work cooperatively with others
  • Obtain the physical ability to: climb, bend, squat, lift, stretch, drive, ride, vibrate, twist, push/pull of controls, and ride on rough terrain
  • Use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers
  • Must have a valid Driver's License and a clean DMV record
  • Overtime work plus nights may be required
  • Appropriate ACI and ATTI certifications preferred


Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

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