Quality Control Bay Leader

About the role

Trueline's client, a specialized manufacturer of precast concrete products used in critical electrical and underground infrastructure projects, is seeking a Quality Control Bay Lead to join their team in the Canton, OH area. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced quality professional who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and ensuring high-quality products meet demanding engineering and customer standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities for a team of Quality Control Inspectors in a manufacturing environment.
• Oversee inspections, testing, and quality checks to ensure products meet engineering specifications and customer requirements.
• Conduct final product inspections and approve finished products for shipment.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring problems.
• Train, coach, and develop QC team members while promoting accountability and consistent quality standards.
• Work closely with production leadership to resolve quality concerns and improve manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, testing documentation, and quality reports.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of quality control experience in precast concrete, concrete manufacturing, construction materials, or a related industry.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing quality processes, inspection methods, and defect identification.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, coach employees, and maintain quality standards.
• Willingness to work hands-on in an active manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform physical inspection activities, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and wear required PPE.

Skills

• Previous experience supervising or leading QC inspectors or production personnel.
• Experience with precast concrete testing, dimensional inspections, or construction materials testing.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• Experience partnering with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.

Benefits

• Opportunity to take ownership of quality operations within a growing, specialized manufacturing company.
• Hands-on leadership role with a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Opportunity to work on products supporting major infrastructure and construction projects.
• Collaborative environment that values accountability, problem-solving, and responsive communication.
• Opportunity to develop a team, improve processes, and make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.

Pay

Competitive salary of $80,000-$85,000 annually.