Area Quality Manger

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This position is responsible for managing materials quality operations across multiple geographical markets. The role focuses on overseeing the quality program related to the production and field placement of construction materials.

• 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
• Ensure quality operations adhere to the requirements outlined in the construction materials playbook and company management system (GMS) to maintain compliance and quality standards
• 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
• Actively manage mix design optimization and facilitate the increased use of recycle materials to enhance sustainability and cost-efficiency
• 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
• Facilitate and assure effective and efficient collaboration and sharing of resources among Areas and Districts to optimize performance and resource utilization
• Coordinate regular quality focused meetings with area quality and construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics and drive improvements
• Conduct quality audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the materials quality program and ensure compliance with company standards
• Track material quality incidents using the company defined process and conduct collaborative learning events (CLE) for significant issues, preparing and sharing quality alerts company wide to support continuous improvement
• Determine appropriate staffing levels to execute both mix design and production testing of construction materials to optimize cost while managing acceptance risk
• Manage quality operations business systems including budget and quarterly forecast development to achieve breakeven cost center financial performance
• Provide technical support for operations to ensure rapid resolution of technical challenges, client concerns, and identify knowledge transfer needs
• Support the evaluation and implementation of new material technologies throughout responsible area operations to drive innovation and efficiency

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or comparable discipline
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor’s degree
• Registered Professional Engineer desired

• 12+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree or
• 15+ years of technical, managerial or quality experience

• Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations
• Technical knowledge of materials and construction concepts
• Proficient with database operations and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to properly manage and prioritze resources, people and projects
• Ability to make sound decisions, balancing consensus and authority as needed
• Exhibits strong leadership and teamwork skills, effectively operating within a matrix management environment
• 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
• Proficient in training and development
• Self-motivated

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform…