Valmont Industries provides infrastructure and agricultural solutions through advanced technologies.
Oversee and improve quality assurance across multiple concrete manufacturing sites.
3 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Tuscaloosa, AL
Onsite
Company Size
11,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Manufacturing
Infrastructure
Project Management
Construction
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Agriculture
Irrigation
Utility
Lighting and Transportation
Telecom
Solar
Coatings
Ag Tech
Role
Description
root cause
corrective action
inspection criteria
quality metrics
audit management
qms compliance
Provide containment, root cause, and corrective action guidance to respective plants
Ensure inspection requirements are clearly communicated to the QC teams including inspector certification requirements
Provide guidance to plant management relative to plant performance as it relates to quality
Work with plant quality personnel to understand and evaluate quality metrics
Lead and/or assist with customer and 3rd party audits
Provide overall QA guidance to manufacturing site quality personnel
Review and approve quality related RCCA
Support QMS compliance
Assist with MOC (Management of Change) process for quality related items
Guide and support QC teams at respective manufacturing plants to recognize, prevent, and correct defects before they reach the customer
Assist with R&D efforts for new products or designs; specifically, developing inspection criteria
Assess all quality metrics to determine where the best opportunities are to reduce cost (e.g., CoPQ, FPY, field issues, etc.)
Ensure standardized inspection processes are in place at manufacturing sites
Investigation of customer complaints and implementing or issuing corrective actions as needed
Participate in contract/specification review
Requirements
six sigma
microsoft office
bachelor's
concrete testing
supervisory
leadership
Ability to lead dotted line reports
This requires the individual to successfully work with circumstances where change is required but is not desired by many
Possess Prestressed Concrete Institute or American Concrete Institute Quality certifications
The ability to accurately disseminate industry specific information to QC personnel as well as frame the same information in a way that anyone can understand
Comfortable using and explaining best judgement regarding specification interpretation on a regular basis
The incumbent must possess effective human relation and communication skills necessary to work with all levels of administrative and operations teams from all divisions, commercial teams internally, externally, with customers, auditors, and outside inspectors
Six Sigma Black Belt
Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other computer programs as needed
This role requires travel to the different concrete plants throughout North America. While the amount of travel will ebb and flow, it is reasonable to assume travel time may be 25%- 50%
Six Sigma Green Belt
Previous supervisory experience in a production or Quality Assurance role in a fabrication environment
Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, associate’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience or 10 years of relevant experience
Ability to lift to 50 pounds, as needed
Bachelor’s or associate degree
Familiar with QC concrete testing methods and NDT methods
Experience in the concrete industry
Capable of interpreting production drawings, and internal and external specifications to distinguish between conforming and non-conforming products
Benefits
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
Work Life Support
Employer paid life insurance
Paid time off
401k retirement plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Over 100 countries
Global Reach
Valmont operates in over 100 countries, providing specialized solutions across diverse industries.
From a small manufacturer to a global leader in infrastructure and agricultural solutions.
Designs and manufactures products for utility, communications, transportation, and irrigation industries.
Provides cutting-edge solutions for water resource management, including center pivots and drip irrigation systems.
Products serve diverse sectors like energy, agriculture, industrial infrastructure, and water resources.
A key partner for large-scale infrastructure projects due to its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities.
Long history of providing custom-designed products, such as utility poles, towers, and solar energy solutions.
A major player in solar energy infrastructure, offering support structures for solar power plants worldwide.
Center-pivot irrigation systems revolutionized farming efficiency and are now a standard in agricultural technology.
Innovative and adaptive, continually meeting the evolving needs of its diverse customer base with advanced, sustainable solutions.
Culture + Values
Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Innovation: We embrace change and continuously seek to improve.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Customer Focus: We are committed to exceeding customer expectations.
Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Excellence: We strive for the highest quality in everything we do.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero Target
Carbon Neutral Goal
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
100% Renewable Energy by 2030
Sustainable Operations
100% of energy used in operations will be sourced from renewable sources by 2030.
15% Water Usage Reduction
Water Conservation
Aims to reduce water usage by 15% by 2025.
100% Sustainable Design
Product Design
100% of products are designed to meet sustainability criteria.
Reduction in carbon footprint through innovative production methods.
Continuous improvement in material efficiency and recycling efforts.
Inclusion & Diversity
Women hold 35% of leadership roles
Diverse Representation
35% of global leadership roles are held by women, reflecting a strong commitment to diversity and equal representation across teams.
Gender pay equity achieved across the company.
Partnerships with organizations to advance workforce diversity.
Internal employee resource groups for women, veterans, and diverse communities.
Diverse hiring goals to increase underrepresented groups in leadership.