Quality Control Manager

CalPortland • Seattle, WA

2d • $105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Appropriate ACI and certifications preferred
• Degree in Concrete Management, Civil Engineering (preferred) or related field or minimum 5 years’ experience

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

Benefits

• At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees