113412-Quality Engineer HROC

Heidelberg Materials; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is a leading global supplier of building materials with a broad footprint across North America. We seek a quality-focused professional to partner with cement plant teams, support laboratory testing, and drive continuous improvement across operations in Irving, TX.

You will analyze data, identify trends, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to uphold quality standards and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance, laboratory testing, and process improvement within manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop practical quality/process solutions.
• Experience applying root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cement plant teams to implement and maintain quality control programs and testing protocols.
• Support laboratory testing, analyze results, and provide recommendations to optimize product quality and process performance.
• Monitor quality metrics and use statistical tools to identify trends and drive corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into quality deviations and perform root cause analysis with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to establish quality standards and address concerns.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce variability and strengthen quality across operations.

Skills

Quality control

Quality assurance

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Minitab

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Line of Business: Service & Support 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

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.