Quality Control and Materials Manager

Western Engineering Co Inc is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Quality Control and Materials Manager to lead our quality assurance efforts in ensuring that all materials and processes meet our rigorous standards of excellence. This role is critical for overseeing the quality control department and managing the testing and inspection processes for all materials used in our construction and paving operations. The successful candidate will work closely with upper management, project managers, and field personnel to implement quality control measures and best practices aimed at improving overall project quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of construction materials, and significant experience in quality management within the construction industry.

Responsibilities

Quality Control Team Management: Overseeing and leading a group of Quality Control Technicians that directly report to you.  Coordinating their daily locations and operations while also developing and training new hires.  Being able to manage and schedule the group to make sure Quality Control standards are met at the 3 plants is imperative.  You will need to manage and upkeep lab equipment as well as ensuring employees’ certifications are up to date. 

Mix Design: Develop, implement and adjust asphalt mix designs to meet the required specifications for each job.  You will be expected to prepare the designs at the time of bidding and implement them in accordance with federal, state and company quality standards.  Tracking designs to improve asphalt quality and profitability is essential. 

Materials: You will be expected to manage and ensure availability of each material for the 3 plants.  Coordinating material hauling, trucking and maintaining supplier relationships while being able to identify and troubleshoot potential aggregate/oil issues is essential.  Locating and developing relationships with new producers is important to keep Western at the forefront of an ever-changing industry.

Plant Sites: You would be expected to locate and oversee plant sites for our portable plant from the initial leasing to the final return of the site to the owner.  Obtaining and updating county conditional use permits as needed as well as upkeeping our Storm Water and Pollution requirements will be needed for all plants. 

Testing and Reporting: You will supervise and/or conduct lab testing, process the results and provide in the moment changes to maintain asphalt integrity and compliance.  You will be expected to manage the necessary reporting for each plant and submit as needed to the project owners.  Investigating and troubleshooting pavement problems and implementing corrective actions will be crucial. 

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from four-year College or University; or 5 or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 or more years of related experience in Quality Control or related exposure in industry is preferred.
• 2 or more years of managing, coaching and leading people in a team environment is preferred.
• Experience in training others on technical aspects of quality control preferred.
• Experience in monitoring aggregate performance preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to work independently with attention to detail.
• Able to follow direction and work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail orientated with strong organizational skills.
• Skilled at resourcing, interpreting, effectively navigating and leveraging material quality specifications.
• Computer skills and proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Must have a positive attitude and team player.
• High level of responsiveness.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, customers, and the general public at all times.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize to meet long term and short-term deadlines.
• Ability to respond to stressful situations, co-workers, and customers in a professional, courteous demeanor

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) The chance to be an employee owner
• $500 sign on bonus
• Competitive wages
• Paid Holidays
• Weekly pay
• Daily travel per diem
• Medical insurance available through Blue Cross Blue Shield with dental and vision also available
• 401K plan with company match 
• Achievement points system for rewards
• A culture that promotes opportunities for growth, development and internal promotions