Quality Assurance Supervisor, Req - 17735

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Assistant Plant Manager, this position supports the quality assurance functions in all areas of the lab ; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Conducts performance reviews for direct reports and advises on year-end performance reviews for all personnel via SuccessFactors (HRIS).
2. Works with upper management on critical hiring and firing decisions.
3. Works with HR for recruiting, selection, and onboarding of personnel.
4. Monitors and approves employee actions in EC (HRIS) in a timely manner.
5. Responsible for reviewing daily audit reports of recorded time and errors and track attendance and meal and rest breaks according to CA law.
6. Oversees the coordination of testing and review of incoming raw materials and ensure that they are suitable for manufacturing, and all finished concrete products from each plant including block, paver, and sack to ensure they meet or exceed the stated quality requirements.
7. Report any changes in raw materials to the Asst. Plant Manager and/or appropriate plant superintendent.
8. Maintains accurate records of materials tested and prepares reports as required.
9. Checks products for defects, eliminates sub-standard products and informs the Asst. Plant Manager and/or the plant superintendent of the quality issues of products.
10. Assists in the training of QA and plant personnel as it pertains to quality assessment.
11. Participates in hiring and disciplinary actions of employees.
12. Participates in performance reviews annually on employees in direct reporting structure.
13. Orders laboratory equipment and testing materials as needed.
14. Evaluate secondary manufacturing operations (decorative rock, tumbling, shot blast, pallet repair, and tumbling) and assist in ordering parts, when needed. 
15. Assists with regular sack plant specialty raw material inventories.
16. Maintains and organizes work area according to company standards for cleanliness. Oversees and reports on department 5S duties.
17. Holds weekly safety huddles with QA personnel.
18. All other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the company or its designated representative.

• Abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required. Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school education or its equivalent.
• Requires on the job training to be able to perform duties.
• Ability to operate a forklift and become forklift certified.
• Must be able to learn and maintain a strong knowledge of the products the Company sells and manufactures.
• Requires good written and verbal communication skills and professional manner in dealing with employees, customers and vendors. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to accurately perform math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.  Must be able to learn and navigate in SAP.  Ability to use and operate basic office equipment, weights and measurement equipment and other equipment specific to plant operations under this position’s direction.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required. Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Minimal to no travel time required.    

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.  Plant environment with loud noise.
• Outside environment with dust and dirt, cement and aggregate dust.
• Extreme temperatures varying from hot to cold.
• Dry, wet or windy environment.  Varying outdoor weather conditions.

SALARY RANGE:  $29.00-$32.00 PER HOUR – DOE

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace