Quality Control Specialist- DFW

Irving, TX, US, 75062

Texas Materials - North Texas Area

Job ID : 497490

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas.

Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being.

When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Summary

Assistance in managing a companywide Quality Control Plan, a laboratory quality system plan, a training program, and quality assurance 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 work and overtime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage collection and analyzing 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.
• Development of Mix designs and extensive knowledge on DOT, City and FAA specifications.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• The ability to work well under pressure and be a self-starter.

Qualifications

• Field 1B Certified 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.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an 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 / Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

Last updated : 2024-05-21