What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Manager position at United Concrete Products?
United Concrete, a 70-year leader in precast concrete serving New England, is hiring a Quality Control Supervisor in Wallingford, CT to own our QC program, documentation, and DOT/PCI/NPCA compliance.
This is a primarily office-based role (approx. 80% office / 20% plant floor) focused on records management, audit readiness, data review, and process improvement.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Reports to: Quality Control Manager
What You'll Do
- Own the plant's QC documentation system and keep all records complete, accurate, and audit-ready
- Review and approve technician test records and inspection reports against specs and shop drawings
- Maintain records for raw materials, mill certs, equipment calibrations, and test results
- Manage NCR, RFI, and site inspection logs through closure
- Prepare and submit documentation packages to DOT and transportation agencies
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly QC reports
- Serve as primary contact for DOT inspections and facilitate PCI and NPCA plant certification audits
- Plan and execute internal audits; track corrective actions to closure
- Analyze test data and inspection trends; lead root cause investigations and corrective actions
- Conduct regular plant floor walkthroughs to verify procedures and spot-check testing and inspections
- Coordinate daily QC technician assignments and train on documentation and procedural updates
What You Bring
- 5 years of QA/QC experience in precast concrete, construction materials, or related manufacturing
- Experience managing QC documentation for DOT or transportation agency review
- Experience facilitating DOT, PCI, and/or NPCA audits
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
- Strong knowledge of concrete materials, ASTM/AASHTO test methods, and precast inspection tolerances
- Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel) and quality documentation software
- Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and written communication
- High school diploma required; technical or 4-year degree preferred
- NPCA/PCI Level I/II or DOT QC Inspector certification preferred
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- 401(k) with up to 10% company contribution
- Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
- Professional development and certification support
- Relocation assistance
United Concrete is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,867 - $90,675