QC / Technical Services Director
COLASKAAnchorage, Alaska, US, 99518job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionAct as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies on behalf of the company for matters related to quality Engage in project work and special assignments in support of organizational goals and initiatives Develop a Technical Services career path and milestones for employees to continue developing Work with COLAS National Technical Services Team to develop a Culture of Quality through employee development, training, and monitoring metrics Ensure that the Technical Services Team maintains all the necessary training certifications and the permits to satisfy State, Local, and Federal testing requirements, including nuclear material Basic understanding of aggregates, hot mix, ready-mix, and asphalt liquid operations Support, promote, and practice the Company’s core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies Perform other duties as assigned 8+ years of technical quality control experience and / or equivalent combination of training and experience required 5+ years of demonstrated ability in quality control testing of aggregates and asphalt preferred 3+ years of experience leading and developing people Solid business and financial foresight Self-directed and highly motivated, requiring minimal direct guidance Ability to effectively lead and manage change, and collaborate with others at all levels within the organization Ability to collect and analyze information and recommend solutions for improvement Expert knowledge of applicable material testing standards and specifications governed by federal, state, and local testing agencies, including, but not limited to, DOT, ASTM, and AASHTO standards Demonstrated understanding of construction processes and asphalt materials production Computer skills using a range of programs and applications, including MS Office Products (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams), database / spreadsheet programs, and mobile apps Ability to present and train to groups of employees ACI and DOT testing certifications; advanced certifications preferred Knowledge of AASHTO, FAA, FHWA, and ASTM testing methods Valid driver's license and ability to maintain a clean driving record required Competitive compensation plus discretionary annual bonus Work-Life balance – 20 days PTO, 11 paid holidays annually and various leave work early days Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision with affordable employee share of premiums, and company provided disability and life insurance 401K with 4% employer matching and special 2% company contributions to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application process access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Job Summary
Responsible for general oversight and direction of quality control methods and processes across the organization, including developing a corporate quality plan and systems that ensure customer and client satisfaction through product and process performance.
Essential Duties
- Develop and implement quality initiatives to support continuous improvement, building a Culture of Quality
- Act as a subject matter expert regarding quality control specifications and principles in the laboratory and field
- Provide mentoring, coaching, training, and support for the development of the Technical Services team, Laboratory, and the Construction group within the organization
- Ensure all technical services operations and activities are conducted in conformance with company policies, regulatory agency guidance, and compliance standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional / regional teams to establish and maintain quality and reliability standards based on product, engineering, and customer requirements; develop and implement measures to improve methods that support safety, service, quality, and performance
- Establish organizational priorities in support of operations, cost control, and waste reduction, including effective utilization of resources related to the quality control function
- Coordinate the use of external laboratories and third parties involved in testing and quality control compliance
- Collect, analyze, and present data regarding product, material, and process quality to management teams; identify trends, and recommend solutions
Additional Responsibilities
Desired Skills and Abilities
Education and / or Work Experience
Benefits
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