Quality Control Manager - Branford, Fl

Job ID: 483404

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Job Summary

The Quality Control Manager is a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills that strives for continuous improvement through inter-departmental cross-functionality. He/she oversees the management of all aspects of quality control including, but not limited to, quarry mining, raw material sourcing and handling, laboratory(s) testing and compliance, and shipping under the direction of the Plant Manager.

Essential Functions

• Works with the management team to develop short and long-range business goals and performance objectives for the plant in addition to directing resources as necessary to meet and/or exceed performance objectives
• Maintains a close working relationship with Sales & Marketing and customers
• Improves the plant's performance through ongoing education, training and development of key personnel, quality hiring and succession and workforce planning
• Collaborates with Production Management to address concerns and make recommendations for improvements both proactively and reactively
• Provides leadership and direction in the areas of EH&S and Quality to ensure these elements are incorporated into the way we run our business
• Provides value-driven leadership in sustaining Ash Grove’s culture, including but not limited to, customer focus, EH&S, employee relations, cost controls, and community relations
• Directly manages the Quarry, Laboratory, and Shipping/Raw Materials Supervisors within the Quality Control Department
• Actively participates in escalated human resource activities
• Evaluates potential beneficial use of alternative raw materials for possible use in the cement manufacturing process
• Regularly reviews department’s performance compared to budget, operating plan/forecast, including the status of capital projects, and holds supervisors accountable for their performance
• Provides a positive work environment for staff to maximize their personal and organizational potential
• Communicates regularly with direct reports and other managers and employees within the plant to ensure information is communicated in a timely manner

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in chemistry or engineering - required
• Master's Degree - preferred

Experience

• 10 years of experience in the industry-related field with managerial experience - required

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to inspire and develop staff Required Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

What CRH Offers You

• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Highly competitive base pay
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

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 large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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