Area Quality Manger

Description

• Track material quality incidents using the company defined process and conduct collaborative learning events (CLE) for significant issues, preparing and sharing quality alerts companywide to support continuous improvement
• Provide technical support for operations to ensure rapid resolution of technical challenges, client concerns, and identify knowledge transfer needs
• Determine appropriate staffing levels to execute both mix design and production testing of construction materials to optimize cost while managing acceptance risk
• Actively manage mix design optimization and facilitate the increased use of recycle materials to enhance sustainability and cost-efficiency
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
• Develop operational plans for each operating area that clearly defines specific goals, objectives and areas of improvement for the fiscal year to drive continuous improvement
• Facilitate and assure effective and efficient collaboration and sharing of resources among Areas and Districts to optimize performance and resource utilization
• Ensure quality operations adhere to the requirements outlined in the construction materials playbook and company management system (GMS) to maintain compliance and quality standards
• Conduct quality audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the materials quality program and ensure compliance with company standards
• Manage quality operations business systems including budget and quarterly forecast development to achieve breakeven cost center financial performance
• Support the evaluation and implementation of new material technologies throughout responsible area operations to drive innovation and efficiency
• Coordinate regular quality focused meetings with area quality and construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics and drive improvements
• Supervise, develop and manage quality professionals in responsible area operations to ensure company quality goals, system requirements and objectives are met
• Manage and support operational area QC personnel including hiring, firing, performance evaluations, training, and development, to ensure a highly competent and engaged workforce
• Establish a plant-specific facility quality plan in all responsible operational areas and ensure accountability for the execution of the plan to maintain high-quality standards

Requirements

• 15+ years of technical, managerial or quality experience
• Registered Professional Engineer desired
• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or comparable discipline
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor’s degree
• Exhibits strong leadership and teamwork skills, effectively operating within a matrix management environment
• Ability to make sound decisions, balancing consensus and authority as needed
• Proficient in training and development
• 12+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree or
• Proficient with database operations and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to properly manage and prioritize resources, people and projects
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time
• Technical knowledge of materials and construction concepts
• Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations
• Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct daily
• Ability to work in high production environment, responding quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines
• Possesses excellent consultative and communication abilities, interfacing well with all levels of management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance