113412-Quality Engineer HROC

Heidelberg Materials North America; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution and匹配

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA, HRA, FSA

AD&D, Short/Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America seeks a Quality Engineer to partner with cement plant teams to implement quality control programs and testing protocols that meet stringent standards.

You will analyze data, investigate deviations, and drive continuous improvement across materials and processes, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams while traveling to plant sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, laboratory testing, and process improvement principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions to quality and process performance challenges.
• Experience applying root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable results.
• Understanding of quality management systems, statistical process control (SPC), and industry standards related to product quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cement plant teams to implement and maintain quality control programs, procedures, and testing protocols that ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Support laboratory testing and inspection activities, analyze results, and provide actionable recommendations to optimize product quality and process performance.
• Monitor quality metrics and process performance, utilizing statistical and quality assurance tools to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into quality deviations and non-conformances, performing root cause analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to establish raw material quality standards, evaluate performance, and address quality-related concerns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, training, and knowledge sharing to reduce variability, improve product consistency, and strengthen quality performance across operations.

Skills

Quality control

Quality assurance

Laboratory testing

Process improvement

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Partner with cement plant teams to implement and maintain quality control programs, procedures, and testing protocols that ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Support laboratory testing and inspection activities, analyze results, and provide actionable recommendations to optimize product quality and process performance.
• Monitor quality metrics and process performance, utilizing statistical and quality assurance tools to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into quality deviations and non-conformances, performing root cause analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to establish raw material quality standards, evaluate performance, and address quality-related concerns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, training, and knowledge sharing to reduce variability, improve product consistency, and strengthen quality performance across operations.

What Are We Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, laboratory testing, and process improvement principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions to quality and process performance challenges.
• Experience applying root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable results.
• Understanding of quality management systems, statistical process control (SPC), and industry standards related to product quality and compliance.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively partner with plant operations, technical teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality products and services.

Work Environment

• Office environment with opportunities to collaborate across multiple business functions and locations
• Occasional travel to plant production environment to support quality initiatives, audits, training, and continuous improvement projects across the region.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety policies and procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID JR10018685

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.