Quality Control Lead – Prestressed Concrete & Compliance

Knife River Corporation; Harrisburg (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Coordinator for our Prestress Plant in Harrisburg, OR. You will lead the Harrisburg QC Team and coordinate with outside inspectors and agencies to maintain PCI and DOT certifications.

You will supervise QC technicians, manage lab operations, and ensure adherence to PCI and ASTM standards while supporting continuous improvement and safety practices on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of management experience in precast/prestressed concrete or construction quality control.
• PCI Quality Certification Level III and related certifications are required or must be obtainable within 3 years.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills; ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality Control Team: scheduling, assignments, and inspection coverage for daily production.
• Direct and report QC program issues to management/engineering; ensure PCI standards compliance.
• Organize and maintain quality control documents, manuals, and records.
• Train team members on QC standards and processes; ensure field and lab activities meet specifications.
• Manage Quality Lab, equipment, and compliance with ASTM standards.
• Interface with external vendors, customers, and inspectors; respond to field quality issues.

Skills

Management

Quality control

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

Math/Calculations

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Technical supervision

Education

PCI Quality Certification Level III

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1

WAQTC Certifications

Oregon DOT QCT Certification

ICC Reinforced Concrete Inspector

Tools

Piece Tracker

Stonemont

Kraft Match Cure

Command Alkon Dispatch

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Coordinator for our Prestress Plant in Harrisburg, OR. You will lead the Harrisburg QC Team and coordinate with outside inspectors and agencies to maintain PCI and DOT certifications.

You will supervise QC technicians, manage lab operations, and ensure adherence to PCI and ASTM standards while supporting continuous improvement and safety practices on site.