What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Manager position at M&W Precast?
Role Description:
The Quality Control Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the plant’s quality assurance and control systems in compliance with industry standards, project specifications, applicable ASTM/AASHTO requirements, and any DOT specifications. This role ensures consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all production processes in a high-volume precast concrete manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
· Lead and maintain compliance with NPCA Plant Certification Program requirements.
· Manage plant quality control program in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and project-specific specifications.
· Serve as primary contact for NPCA audits, DOT inspections, and customer quality audits.
· Ensure proper documentation, recordkeeping, and traceability of all quality-related processes.
· Oversee and perform inspection and testing of raw materials, pre & post-pour production inspections(which include dimensional and reinforcement checks), and of finished products prior to shipping.
· Review mix designs, batching records, and curing processes to ensure consistency and compliance.
· Coordinate with production to resolve quality issues in real time.
· Supervise and perform concrete testing procedures including slump, air, compressive strength, and any other quality tests as required.
· Ensure calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.
· Review, approve, and file all internal & external test reports and certifications.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Manage and train QC technicians and inspectors.
· Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the QC
team.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· General understanding of NPCA standards, ASTM specs, and precast production methods
· Experience with mix designs, rebar placement, forms, and curing processes
· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
· Strong leadership and communication skills
· Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
Education and Experience:
· 5 years of precast concrete experience, preferred
· 2 years of production supervision or related experience, preferred
· In depth familiarity with product line and applications in the precast industry, preferred
- ACI Field Testing Tech Grade 1
- Any additional ACI, PCI or NPCA certifications a plus
Physical Requirements:
· Standing or walking for extended periods of time
· Exposure to fluctuating weather conditions including extreme heat or cold
· Combination of office, laboratory, and production floor environments
· May require extended hours during peak production or audits
Benefits(For full time employees after initial probationary period):
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401k with a company match
- Paid time-off
- Employee discounts
Schedule: Minimum 45 hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend hours to meet project schedules
Pay Range: Salaried,Commensurate with experience
Note: "All job offers are contingent upon successful drug screen"
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Ottsville, PA 18942 (Required)
Work Location: In person