Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager - Idaho

A well-established and growing construction materials company is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead its QA/QC program across concrete production, aggregate supply, quarry operations, and laboratory testing.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a technical quality professional looking to drive product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across multiple sites and product lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and maintain a comprehensive QA/QC program spanning aggregates, cement, admixtures, and concrete (fresh and hardened).
• Ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ISO, and applicable building, mining, and environmental regulations.
• Manage laboratory accreditation and certification, including audit preparation and corrective action management.
• Oversee lab staffing, training, and technical operations, including materials testing.
• Direct source control and quarry QA, including sampling, stockpile management, and incoming material acceptance.
• Develop, validate, and maintain standard and specialty concrete mix designs.
• Provide field QA/QC support for placements and nonconforming material investigations.
• Implement quality data systems and reporting to monitor performance and ensure traceability.
• Manage supplier and vendor quality programs, including audits and corrective actions.
• Lead warranty and claims investigations, including root-cause analysis and remediation.
• Build training and competency programs, and foster a quality-first culture across operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce variability and optimize product performance.

What We're Looking For:

• 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, materials testing, or technical services within the construction materials industry.
• Strong knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and ACI standards for aggregate, cement, and concrete testing.
• Solid background in materials science, cement chemistry, and admixture interactions.
• Experience managing multi-site QA programs, lab accreditation, and cross-functional teams.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., testing technician, lab accreditation, quality engineering) strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Geology, Chemistry, or Construction Management required; advanced degree a plus.
• Prior supervisory experience with hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Willingness to work on-site across plants, labs, and quarries, and to travel as needed.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within a growing organization.
• A high-visibility role shaping quality strategy across the business.

If you'd be interested in learning more, feel free to reach out directly or apply now!