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Oldcastle Infrastructure

Area Quality Control Manager

Oldcastle Infrastructure, Elgin, Illinois, us, 60122

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Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

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Job Summary The Area Quality Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the quality managers and technicians in accordance with the vision and values of the corporation and Plant Managers. Models and demonstrates a “Culture of Safety” for all plant Quality Control Teams and all employees by actively utilizing systems and processes that achieve an Employee Driven, Hazard Controlled environment. Holds self and quality managers and quality techs accountable for adherence to standards, policies & regulations for the safe, environmentally compliant production of a quality precast concrete product. Implements and manages all aspects of the OPI Quality Program to meet customer expectations and all compliance requirements. Actively participates in training and development of self and others as part of the plant and regional succession planning program.

Job Location

This position will be located at any of our Infrastructure plants in Illinois, Wisconsin, or Michigan

Job Responsibilities

Ensure daily activities for each plant’s Quality Assurance programs are complete, overseeing and auditing all inspections and testing as needed

Ensure plants meet compliance documentation (DOT, ACPA, NPCA, ACI & OPI) and recordkeeping for the facility

Hold monthly regional QC meetings to review corrective actions for specific quality issues/concerns and KPIs

Provide monthly training for plant Quality Control

Ensure plants are following all third‑party requirements

Assist third‑party agencies with facility audits (DOT, NPCA, ACPA, other customers as required)

Participate in auditing Oldcastle facilities as needed

Report‑out on quality issues/deficiencies to regional management team and ensure proper corrective actions are assigned and closed out in a timely manner

Recommend repairs for product, as needed

Recommend corrective actions on mix design to engineering, as needed

Assist in the corrective action/progressive disciplinary process as required

Maintain regional database for key quality control documents

Maintain thorough knowledge of precast processes and equipment, have workable knowledge of industry technological developments and best practices

Job Requirements

Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and allocate resources

Ability to travel up to 50%

Written and oral communication skills across all levels of the organization

Ability to effectively implement and utilize process and procedures

Basic knowledge of effective and efficient quality & continuous improvement methods

Basic knowledge of company product, policies, and procedures

Interpersonal & organizational skills

Demonstrated successful application of supervisory skills

Proven problem‑solving skill set

Basic mathematical ability

Ability to operate a computer and supporting software packages

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to effectively implement change

Ability to facilitate meetings and lead teams

Ability to effectively manage conflict

Ability to analyze process variance, coordinate a course of action and effectively implement solutions with their team

NPCA PQS Certifications

ACPA Quality Certification

ACI Field Grade 1 and Strength Certification

Salary

Salary is negotiable based on experience and ranges between $85,000–$110,000

Bonus opportunities

401(k) plan

Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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