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Quality Manager

Requisition ID: 13512

Location:

Alpena, MI, US, 49707

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: <10%

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Quality Manager’s primary objective is to ensure that all cements produced meet plant, customer, industry, and government requirements. Certifies final products prior to shipment to customers. Establishes laboratory practices and ensures that they are performed accurately and precisely in accordance with established standards. Responsible for leading and ensuring the safe operations of all aspects of the quality process to include plant and lab safety and the safety of all department and plant employees.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

+ Responsible and accountable for meeting internal and customer specifications, as well as documenting and certifying that cement shipped meets applicable requirements.

+ Contribute to the production and supply of cements within the specified quality parameters while meeting the cost objectives of the Quality department and the plant as a whole.

+ As designated management representative, holds responsibility and authority for operating, maintaining, and implementing the requirements of the Corporate and Plant Quality Manuals, which must comply with the Corporate Quality Management Program.

+ Ensure the completion and communication of required testing from all stages of production, including raw materials, raw mix, clinker, fuel, and cement.

+ Responsible for staffing laboratory personnel and ensuring proper training of any personnel that will be involved in sampling and testing. Ensure the accuracy of all equipment used in the quality control and assurance functions.

+ Ensure that Quality Department areas are operated safely and in an environmentally responsible manner.

+ Coordinate with other plant departments for continuous improvement in procedures, materials, testing schedules, and equipment.

+ Coordinate with the sales representatives for continuous improvements in products, or work in developing new product lines.

+ Formulate plant specific quality policies and strategies.

+ Design raw mixes based on available and usable raw materials.

+ Be able to qualify alternative raw materials based on chemical and physical attributes.

+ Plan and execute daily QA/QC activities.

+ Provide support to Regional Technical Director and Technical Sales and champion the Quality Council.

+ Identify and record quality issues and initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance in the product and Quality Management System.

+ Control further processing/delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

+ Maintain effective relations with customer services, sales, and plant personnel.

+ Properly resolve and investigate customer concerns and complaints.

+ Work with Warehouse and Purchasing to establish spare parts inventory for laboratory and recommend stocking levels.

**Additional Requirements** : Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE OFFER

+ Competitive salary

+ Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Holistic Health & Well-being programs.

+ Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts.

+ Paid time off & paid holidays.

+ Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

+ Educational Assistance Program

+ Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email [email protected] . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Nearest Major Market:** Northern Michigan