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Job Description
About United Concrete For over 70 years, United Concrete has been a trusted leader in the precast concrete industry, proudly serving the New England region from our facility in Wallingford, Connecticut. With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, we manufacture high-quality precast concrete products built to the highest standards of durability, performance, and craftsmanship. Our long-standing success is rooted in our dedication to quality, safety, integrity, and customer satisfaction. We take pride in delivering products that exceed industry standards and support the infrastructure and communities throughout New England. At United Concrete, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our quality, and we invest in our team members through training, certification support, and opportunities for career growth.
Job Description:
Lead Quality Engineer |
Precast Concrete Industry Location:
Wallingford, CT Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00
PM Reports To:
Quality Control Manager Direct Reports:
3-5 QC Technicians/Floor Personnel Job Description Summary The Senior/Lead Quality Engineer serves as a key leader within the Quality Control department, responsible for overseeing daily QC functions, leading compliance inspections, and ensuring all precast concrete products meet company standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry and transportation agency codes. This role takes ownership of quality documentation, audits, and regulatory compliance while supervising, scheduling, and training a team of 3-5 QC technicians and floor personnel. Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the Senior/Lead Quality Engineer acts as a hands-on leader who drives a culture of quality, mentors team members, and supports continuous improvement throughout the facility. Why This Role Matters As a Senior/Lead Quality Engineer at United Concrete, you are the front line of our 70-year reputation for excellence, every structure we produce supports the safety and infrastructure of communities across New England. This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise directly shapes product quality, mentors the next generation of QC professionals, and positions you for continued growth within our organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform and oversee daily compressive strength testing of hardened concrete specimens Conduct and supervise fresh concrete testing (slump, air content, temperature, unit weight, and specimen casting) Perform inspections of manufactured precast structures, including dimensional checks, finish quality, and embedment/reinforcement placement verification Lead daily compliance inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures Provide hands-on enforcement of the quality control program throughout the facility Maintain detailed documentation for DOT and transportation agencies in the New England area Maintain comprehensive records for raw materials, certifications, equipment, calibrations, and test results Manage logs for Nonconformance Records (NCR), Requests for Information (RFI), and site inspections Prepare comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly reports for the QC area Develop and execute internal quality audits Facilitate DOT and transportation agency audits Facilitate PCI and NPCA audits •Supervise, schedule, and train a team of 3-5 QC technicians and floor personnel Assist the QC Manager in investigating root causes of defects and implementing corrective actions Prepare for and lead quality meetings and manage punch lists Report to the management team on process improvements, repetitive mistakes, and quality concerns Other duties may be assigned as needed Requirements 5+ years of experience in quality assurance/quality control, preferably in precast concrete, construction materials, or a related manufacturing environment Proven experience supervising, scheduling, and training QC personnel Demonstrated experience facilitating DOT, transportation agency, PCI, and/or NPCA audits High School diploma or equivalent required 2-year technical college degree or 4-year degree preferred ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade I certification required (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire and maintain certification) Advanced QC certifications strongly preferred (e.g., NPCA/PCI Level
I/II, DOT QC
Inspector Certification, ACI advanced certifications) Strong knowledge of construction materials and concrete testing methods Thorough understanding of DOT and transportation agency documentation and audit requirements Proficient in reading blueprints/shop drawings and applying quality standards and inspection techniques Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, data entry, and quality reporting/documentation software) Excellent leadership, problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills Ability to work independently, lead a team, and prioritize in a fast-paced production environment
Benefits:
United Concrete offers a competitive benefits package, including: Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) with up to 10% company contribution Paid Time Off (PTO) Sick time Paid holidays Equal Employment Opportunity Statement United Concrete is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Do you currently hold an active ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade I certification, OR are you able to obtain it within 3 months of hire? Do you have prior experience supervising, scheduling, and/or training quality control personnel? Which of the following audits have you facilitated or supported? (Select all that apply) 1) DOT / State Transportation Agency 2) PCI (Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute) 3) NPCA (National Precast Concrete Association) 4) None of the above This position is on-site in Wallingford, CT, working Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Are you able to reliably commute to this location and work this schedule?
Experience:
(QA/QC) in precast concrete or construction materials: 5 years (Required)
