Quality Control Operations Supervisor

Granite Construction•Anchorage, AK

23d

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary This position is primarily responsible for managing laboratories, overseeing the lab testing process, and supervising lab and field technicians/inspectors. The role ensures all quality control procedures are followed and maintains all laboratory accreditation programs (AASHTO, ASTM, and State). While the position may involve some sampling, testing, and inspection of construction materials in both laboratory and field settings, the primary focus is on decision-making and supervisory responsibilities. Essential Job Accountabilities Supervise, develop, and manage QC technicians to ensure company quality goals, system requirements, and objectives are met, focusing on job performance to optimize resource use, work schedules, safety, and productivity Allocate most of the time to decision-making and supervisory duties, minimizing time spent on non-decision-making tasks to enhance overall efficiency Provide management with recommendations related to hiring, firing, performance reviews, and annual compensation of QC technicians to ensure a high-performing team Ensure the requirements for materials quality outlined in the company management system (GMS) and the Construction Materials Playbook are implemented and followed to maintain high standards Review, summarize, and communicate testing results to plant operations promptly to ensure materials meet specifications and corrective actions are taken when necessary Leverage QC software (e.g., Stonemont, R18LabQMS, Autodesk Build, HCSS) to manage and improve efficiency within the quality operation Train QC technicians on sampling, testing, and inspection of construction materials to prepare them for additional certification and enhance their skills Ensure the requirements outlined in the operations Facility QC plan are followed, and sampling and testing frequencies are appropriately managed to maintain quality control Identify and document quality incidents using company-defined processes and tools to ensure accurate reporting and resolution Manage all facets of national/state accreditation programs (AASHTO, ASTM, local DOT), including meeting accreditation deadlines, correcting lab deficiencies, maintaining laboratory standards, completing accreditation materials, and coordinating facility and equipment maintenance Review and analyze sampling, testing, and design results to ensure quality standards are met and to oversee technician job performance effectively Participate in regular quality-focused meetings with construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics (e.g., MFTQ, HMA bonus performance) and drive continuous improvement Conduct safety meetings and inspections to provide a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Requirements

High school diploma required
Regional or State Agency certification for material being sampled, tested, inspected required if necessary
7+ years of related experience
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of and compliance with OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations
Ability to address customer service issues
Ability to supervise technical staff
Strong organizational skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to consistently abide by company code of conduct
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Valid driver's license and ability to drive

Nice To Haves

NICET III certification desired

Responsibilities

Supervise, develop, and manage QC technicians to ensure company quality goals, system requirements, and objectives are met, focusing on job performance to optimize resource use, work schedules, safety, and productivity
Allocate most of the time to decision-making and supervisory duties, minimizing time spent on non-decision-making tasks to enhance overall efficiency
Provide management with recommendations related to hiring, firing, performance reviews, and annual compensation of QC technicians to ensure a high-performing team
Ensure the requirements for materials quality outlined in the company management system (GMS) and the Construction Materials Playbook are implemented and followed to maintain high standards
Review, summarize, and communicate testing results to plant operations promptly to ensure materials meet specifications and corrective actions are taken when necessary
Leverage QC software (e.g., Stonemont, R18LabQMS, Autodesk Build, HCSS) to manage and improve efficiency within the quality operation
Train QC technicians on sampling, testing, and inspection of construction materials to prepare them for additional certification and enhance their skills
Ensure the requirements outlined in the operations Facility QC plan are followed, and sampling and testing frequencies are appropriately managed to maintain quality control
Identify and document quality incidents using company-defined processes and tools to ensure accurate reporting and resolution
Manage all facets of national/state accreditation programs (AASHTO, ASTM, local DOT), including meeting accreditation deadlines, correcting lab deficiencies, maintaining laboratory standards, completing accreditation materials, and coordinating facility and equipment maintenance
Review and analyze sampling, testing, and design results to ensure quality standards are met and to oversee technician job performance effectively
Participate in regular quality-focused meetings with construction materials teams to review materials quality key performance metrics (e.g., MFTQ, HMA bonus performance) and drive continuous improvement
Conduct safety meetings and inspections to provide a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety regulations

Benefits

paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately