What are the responsibilities and job description for the Location Quality Control Manager position at County Materials Family of Companies?
We're hiring a Location Quality Control Manager to join County Prestress in Thompson Ohio
Job Summary:
The Location Quality Control Manager is responsible for leading all quality assurance and quality control activities for precast and concrete manufacturing operations. This role ensures concrete products meet PCI, ACI, ASTM, regulatory, and customer specifications while supporting production efficiency, continuous improvement, and workplace safety. The Quality Control Manager supervises QC staff, manages concrete mix designs, partners with production and engineering teams, and proactively identifies and resolves quality issues throughout the manufacturing process.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Supervise, mentor, and train Quality Control Technicians to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
- Assign daily QC responsibilities and ensure adherence to company, industry, and regulatory quality procedures.
- Perform and oversee quality control inspections, testing, and monitoring at all stages of concrete production.
- Ensure compliance with PCI, ACI, ASTM, and internal quality standards.
- Produce and evaluate concrete samples, test specimens, and mockup panel castings as required.
- Oversee accelerated curing processes and evaluate concrete performance and test results.
- Collaborate with the Plant Foreman to coordinate production schedules and resolve qualityrelated issues.
- Work closely with the Batch Plant Operator to manage concrete mix quantities, batching accuracy, and delivery timing.
- Communicate with engineers and project teams regarding shop drawings, specifications, mix designs, and technical concerns.
- Develop, maintain, and optimize concrete mix designs to balance cost, performance, efficiency, and quality.
- Observe manufacturing processes including setup, casting, stripping, curing, and storage to identify improvement opportunities.
- Partner with production teams to troubleshoot defects, implement corrective actions, and improve quality outcomes.
- Prepare, maintain, and submit quality control documentation, inspection records, test reports, and compliance records.
- Record inspection results and provide datadriven recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Maintain housekeeping and safety standards to ensure a clean, organized, and compliant plant environment.
COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:
- Integrity & Organizational Awareness
- Customer First Focus
- Planning & Results Orientation
- Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Creativity & Innovation
Job-Based Competencies:
- Production & Plant Operation Management
- Quality Control
- Machine Operation
- Project Management & Product Development
- Financial Acumen & Budget Management:
- Material Handling
Experience & Qualifications: (Required or Preferred)
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Technical training, college coursework, or degree preferred.
- 6-8 years of quality control experience required.
- Previous experience in concrete manufacturing, precast operations, or batch plant quality control required.
- Experience in the construction, building materials, or industrial manufacturing industry required.
- Proven ability to interpret shop drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Strong math, analytical, organizational, and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- ACI Field Technician Level I required.
- PCI Level II certification required; PCI Level III preferred.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a plant and fieldbased environment with both indoor and outdoor exposure.
- Exposure to noise, machinery, weather conditions, concrete materials, and industrial equipment.
- Approximately 10% travel required.
- Typical schedule includes standard business hours, with potential overtime based on production demands.
Physical & Work Expectations:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and handling materials or testing equipment.
- Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, and lifting/moving materials up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to concentrate, analyze data, follow detailed procedures, and communicate effectively.
- May require operation of testing equipment, tools, vehicles, or plant machinery associated with quality control operations.
County Materials Family of Companies are committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and advancement to all qualified individuals and, in accordance with applicable federal and state statutes and regulations, prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, familial status or status with regard to public assistance program, genetic information, disability, military service, protected veteran status, honesty testing, arrest record, or conviction record. The equal employment opportunity policy covers all aspects of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, interviewing, screening, testing, selection, placement, evaluation, transfer, promotion, tenure, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.