Description

Directs and manages the Quality Control Department of Smith-Carolina Corporation.  Provides leadership, management and technical expertise to all of Smith-Carolina’s internal and external customers

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages the day-to-day activities of the Quality Control department 
• Maintains a safe work environment and promotes safe work practices
• Communicates company policies and procedures to the Quality Control technicians and adheres to them
• Creates and fosters a culture of Quality at all levels throughout the organization
• Maintains good standing with all external auditing agencies
• Organizes and maintains all office records and forms in good order (both electronic and hard copies)
• Ensures Quality System Manual is always current and updated to the latest standards
• Performs all required materials testing as established by the Quality System Manual meet or exceed customer expectations and mandated standards
• Develops outstanding, low-cost architectural and structural concrete mix designs
• Communicates with outside agencies and inspectors for all quality matters. Maintains good relationships and timeliness in filing required reports
• Keeps up-to-date with latest developments in concrete technology and R&D
• Conducts research on improving product Quality by using latest technology available in regard to mix designs and additives. Actively participates in the development of new products and supports the company R&D efforts.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement Activities throughout the year including leading Kaizan events
• Uses Standard Work and Standard Work auditing to ensure Quality Programs are maintained and continuously advanced
• Other related activities as required

Qualifications

• 10 years precast concrete quality control or manufacturing experience, including 5 years in architectural precast.
• ACI Levels I and II certifications and PCI Level III or equivalent
• Able to understand complex fabrication drawings
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication and people skills
• Experienced/knowledgeable with Lean Manufacturing Principals
• Able to read and write reports
• Excellent knowledge of computers and electronic file management – Excel, Word, MS Project