QC Manager-Waco, TX - CRH Americas

Job ID:  500936

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

The Quality Control (QC) Manager is responsible for providing technical expertise, support and guidance to Texas Materials quality control department, external/internal customers, and sales team ensuring the highest product quality and customer service. They will build partnerships with other leaders and their teams working collaboratively to meet shared company objectives. They must demonstrate continuous leadership in supporting our core values: Safety, Integrity, and Quality.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Responsible to provide leadership that develops and sustains a team that supports our core values of Safety, Integrity & Quality.
• Support and lead the QC team in safe production activities with the goal of sustaining ZERO incidents.
• Maintain QC/QA processes for facilities to ensure Texas Materials meets and exceeds state and federal requirements.
• Responsible for all quality control activities required to produce aggregate materials that meet all state, county, town, local/private and federal specification requirements.
• Create awareness among personnel regarding KPI’s (key performance indicators) and cost control.
• Support product quality and customer service by maintaining strong line of communication with all lines of business, management, and their teams.
• Support customers and sales team demand for samples to be collected, packaged, tested, and sent out.
• Interacts directly with internal and external customers through effective communication to satisfy material submittal and testing deadlines.
• Work with internal HMA production and QC to meet their needs.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise from customers by analyzing and evaluating specific conditions or situations to the best benefit of the company and the customer.
• Effectively manage employee performance through (FLT) Frontline Leadership Training that includes but is not limited to coaching, feedback (written and verbal), rewards, and discipline when necessary.
• Maintain current QC/QA certifications.
• Prism master user to review product changes over time.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in Texas Materials safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all applicable regulations including (MSHA) Mine Safety and Health Administration and (OSHA) Occupational Safety and Health Administration aggregate production, safety, environmental, state, federal, and company policies; ensure observance and compliance of such regulations.
• Bi-annual 3rd party product testing for all products at all locations.
• Oversee and ensure lab equipment and reference materials are maintained and up to date.
• Mentor others in the areas of technical, operational, customer relations and supervisory functions.
• Regular and timely onsite attendance is required.

Managerial Duties/Function

• Actively participate in industry associations, including Texas Asphalt Pavement Association (TXAPA). Support and maintain a working relationship with state, local and private agencies.
• Manage all financial aspects of the quality control business unit.
• Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment.
• Review tests and procedures performed to ensure the results conform to the established procedures and policies.
• Oversight on specialty products and products with tight tolerance:
• Specialty blends
• Testing and creating new products
• Conduct laboratory tours and explain operating procedures to the public and visitors.
• Managing 1B QC technicians on site and 1A QC technicians in the labs, including managing employee workloads, schedules and staffing needs.
• Verify and oversee all training/certifications for lab employees.
• Assist with Interviewing and hiring process as necessary.

Qualifications

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Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2 or more years of experience in quality control preferred.
• 1 or more years of experience managing a staff of 2 or more employees.
• A Geology or technical degree from an accredited university may be substituted for years of experience stated above on a year by year basis.  
• Should possess or have the ability to obtain the following certifications: TxDOT Level 1A HMA Plant Production Specialist, Level 1B HMA Roadway Specialist, & Level 2 Mix Design Specialist,

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career. Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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