Location Quality Control Manager

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 Managem...