Area Quality Control Manager

Evans Construction•Hoffman Est, IL

3d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset. The Area Quality Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the quality managers and technicians in accordance with the vision and values of the corporation and Plant Managers. Models and demonstrates a “Culture of Safety” for all plant Quality Control Teams and all employees by actively utilizing systems and processes that achieve an Employee Driven, Hazard Controlled environment. Holds self and quality managers and quality techs accountable for adherence to standards, policies & regulations for the safe, environmentally compliant production of a quality precast concrete product. Implements and manages all aspects of the OPI Quality Program to meet customer expectations and all compliance requirements. Actively participates in training and development of self and others as part of the plant and regional succession planning program.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and allocate resources
Ability to travel up to 50%
Written and oral communication skills across all levels of the organization
Ability to effectively implement and utilize process and procedures
Basic knowledge of effective and efficient quality & continuous improvement methods
Basic knowledge of company product, policies, and procedures
Interpersonal & organizational skills
Demonstrated successful application of supervisory skills
Proven problem-solving skill set
Basic mathematical ability
Ability to operate a computer and supporting software packages
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to effectively implement change
Ability to facilitate meetings and lead teams
Ability to effectively manage conflict
Ability to analyze process variance, coordinate a course of action and effectively implement solutions with their team
NPCA PQS Certifications
ACPA Quality Certification
ACI Field Grade 1 and Strength Certification

Responsibilities

Ensure daily activities for each plants Quality Assurance programs are complete, overseeing and auditing all inspections and testing as needed
Ensures plants meet compliance documentation (DOT, ACPA, NPCA, ACI & OPI) and recordkeeping for the facility
Holds monthly regional QC meetings to review corrective actions for specific quality issues/concerns and KPIs
Provide monthly training for plant Quality Control Trainings.
Ensure plants are following all third-party requirements
Assist third-party agencies with facility audits (DOT, NPCA, ACPA, other customers as required)
Participate in auditing Oldcastle facilities as needed
Report-out on quality issues/deficiencies to regional management team and ensure proper corrective actions assigned and closed out in a timely manner
Recommend repairs for product, as needed
Recommend corrective actions on mix design to engineering, as needed
Assists in the corrective action/progressive disciplinary process as required
Maintains regional database for key quality control documents
Maintain thorough knowledge of precast processes and equipment, have workable knowledge of industry technological developments and best practices