QC Manager

About the job

Job ID:  529747

West Virginia Paving, Inc., a CRH company, is one of West Virginia’s premier grading and paving contractors in the state. West Virginia Paving, Inc. performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete and more. Privately owned and operated until joining the CRH family in 2000, West Virginia Paving, Inc. has been servicing residents of West Virginia with the foremost paving services for decades. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.  CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Position Summary

Managing a companywide Quality Control Program, a laboratory quality system plan, a training program, and quality assurance staff to ensure hot mix asphalt (HMA) and component materials comply with the applicable specifications.  Conduct research and review the research of others to improve the company’s product quality and performance.  This position may include night and weekend work.  Duties are performed under limited supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the collection and analysis of HMA production data and construction data.  Recommendations for appropriate adjustments to production and construction staff to bring process into compliance with applicable standards and follow-up on needed actions  to ensure anticipated results are obtained.

• HMA Mixture Design:  assist in the development of design gradation.

• Investigate reports of low-quality work and make recommendations for resolutions.

• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

• Participate in pre-construction meetings with project teams.

• Evaluate possible quality issues of the job sites.

• Develop, implement and evaluate programs and procedures to ensure quality.

• Manage and Lead Company’s Quality Control team.

• Company RSO officer.

• Involvement with Asphalt Pavement Association of WV’s HMA committee.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.

• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Environmental, Health & Safety Manual

• Strict adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

• Maintain company’s nuclear gauge program

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with interviewing and hiring process as necessary.

• Planning, assigning, and directing work.

• Willingness to develop subordinates’ technical and leadership skills and make recommendations for new job opportunities when appropriate.

• Effective management of employee performance through coaching, feedback (written and verbal), rewards, and discipline when necessary.

• Execution of performance appraisal system, including annual evaluations and mid-year evaluations.

• Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely manner.

• Lead by example.

• Ability to get work done through others using effective delegation, scheduling, and time management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.E.) from a four-year college or university; or four or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• HMA Plant and/or Paving Technician Classification preferred.

• Knowledge and understanding of basic operating procedures and mechanics of an asphalt plant.  Knowledge of safety, the environment and transportation.

• Ability to detect safety hazards and malfunctions and respond accordingly.

• Certified Radiation Safety Officer or willing to get Certified

Personal Protective Equipment

• Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and construction areas as outlined by OSHA and state agencies.  Protective equipment that is required for this position:  Hardhat, safety glasses, reinforced-toed shoes, hand protection, safety vest/high visibility clothing for any work in the field, and hearing protection.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, works outside in conditions that may be cold and icy, and exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment may be high.

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.

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West Virginia Paving, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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