Location Quality Control Manager

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. Since 1946, we've relied on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.

We’re hiring a Location Quality Control Manager to join County Materials Corp in Freeport, IL.

Job Summary:
The Location Quality Control Manager is responsible for leading all quality assurance and quality control activities for precast and concrete manufacturing operations. This role ensures concrete products meet PCI, ACI, ASTM, regulatory, and customer specifications while supporting production efficiency, continuous improvement, and workplace safety. The Quality Control Manager supervises QC staff, manages concrete mix designs, partners with production and engineering teams, and proactively identifies and resolves quality issues throughout the manufacturing process.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise, mentor, and train Quality Control Technicians to ensure consistent application of quality standards.
• Assign daily QC responsibilities and ensure adherence to company, industry, and regulatory quality procedures.
• Perform and oversee quality control inspections, testing, and monitoring at all stages of concrete production.
• Ensure compliance with PCI, ACI, ASTM, and internal quality standards.
• Produce and evaluate concrete samples, test specimens, and mockup panel castings as required.
• Oversee accelerated curing processes and evaluate concrete performance and test results.
• Collaborate with the Plant Foreman to coordinate production schedules and resolve quality related issues.
• Work closely with the Batch Plant Operator to manage concrete mix quantities, batching accuracy, and delivery timing.
• Communicate with engineers and project teams regarding shop drawings, specifications, mix designs, and technical concerns.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize concrete mix designs to balance cost, performance, efficiency, and quality.
• Observe manufacturing processes including setup, casting, stripping, curing, and storage to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with production teams to troubleshoot defects, implement corrective actions, and improve quality outcomes.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit quality control documentation, inspection records, test reports, and compliance records.
• Record inspection results and provide data driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards to ensure a clean, organized, and compliant plant environment.

COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Planning & Results Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Production & Plant Operation Management
• Quality Control
• Machine Operation
• Project Management & Product Development
• Financial Acumen & Budget Management
• Material Handling

Experience & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Technical training, college coursework, or degree preferred.
• 6–8 years of quality control experience required.
• Previous experience in concrete manufacturing, precast operations, or batch plant quality control required.
• Experience in the construction, building materials, or industrial manufacturing industry required.
• Proven ability to interpret shop drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong math, analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• ACI Field Technician Level I required.
• PCI Level II certification required; PCI Level III preferred.

Work Environment:

• Work performed in a plant and field based environment with both indoor and outdoor exposure.
• Exposure to noise, machinery, weather conditions, concrete materials, and industrial equipment.
• Approximately 10% travel required.
• Typical schedule includes standard business hours, with potential overtime based on production demands.

Physical & Work Expectations:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and handling materials or testing equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, and lifting/moving materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, analyze data, follow detailed procedures, and communicate effectively.
• May require operation of testing equipment, tools, vehicles, or plant machinery associated with quality control operations.

The County Materials Family of Companies connects candidates with rewarding careers in concrete manufacturing, an industry that’s growing faster than most. We work alongside individuals to leverage their skills and align them with diverse job opportunities in production, transportation, safety, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, risk management, and more.

Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Overview:
Central Processing Corporation is the payroll and benefit service of the County Materials Family of Companies.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• 8 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral rewards program
• Wellness program with rewards
• Flexible Savings Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• $200 Boot Allowance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance
• Optional Uniform Program

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County Materials Family of Companies is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.