Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central I Quality Control Manager I Middletown, OH 1

About the role

Barrett Paving Materials Inc., part of the Colas Group, seeks a Quality Control Supervisor to oversee daily quality control activities for asphalt production and paving operations. This role ensures testing, inspection, and documentation comply with DOT specifications, project requirements, and company standards, while providing direct oversight of QC Technicians and serving as a liaison between quality teams and operations.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control Oversight: Supervise day-to-day quality control activities at asphalt plants and project sites; ensure proper sampling, testing, and inspection of materials and paving operations; review test results for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications; identify non-conforming work or materials and escalate issues to the QC Manager.
• Field & Plant Support: Coordinate quality control coverage based on production and project schedules; support operations by addressing quality-related issues in real time; observe paving operations and provide feedback on mat quality, density, joints, and temperatures; assist with troubleshooting materials, production, or placement concerns.
• Regulatory & Specification Compliance: Ensure compliance with DOT, municipal, and project-specific quality requirements; assist with audits, certifications, and inspections for plants, labs, and job sites; maintain required documentation, testing logs, and reports.
• Team Leadership & Training: Supervise and support QC Technicians and field testers; provide training on testing procedures, documentation, and safety requirements; promote consistency, accountability, and professionalism within the QC team; enforce safety policies and procedures for all QC activities.
• Coordination & Communication: Communicate test results, trends, and issues to the QC Manager and Operations teams; coordinate with third-party inspectors, DOT representatives, and engineers as needed; support pre-paving and daily production meetings related to quality expectations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or construction education preferred.
• 3–7 years of experience in asphalt quality control, materials testing, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt testing procedures, materials, and paving operations.
• Experience working under DOT specifications and quality programs.
• Ability to supervise and mentor QC Technicians.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the Mid-West Central Region.

Preferred Qualifications

• State DOT certifications (HMA, aggregates, density, etc.).
• Experience with asphalt plant operations and field paving inspection.
• Familiarity with performance-based mix designs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and professional development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities within a global family of companies.