Job Description
Job Requisition: GFRC Manager
Company Overview: Founded in 1976, QCP is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality precast concrete, metal, and wood site furnishings, including benches, planters, tables, and trash receptacles. Our products are recognized for their innovative design, durability, and premium craftsmanship, making them a preferred choice among landscape architects, developers, and designers nationwide.
At QCP, we don’t just build products—we build long-term careers.
Position Summary: The Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC) Manager leads the GFRC and High-Performance Concrete Department, overseeing production, quality, safety, and team development. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a strong presence on the production floor and a continuous-improvement mindset. The GFRC Manager reports directly to the Vice President of Manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a safety leader by enforcing all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Direct and manage the GFRC and High-Performance Concrete Department.
- Supervise and lead a team of 8–12 production employees.
- Drive improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, defect reduction, and overtime control.
- Monitor workflow and adjust staffing to meet production demands.
- Ensure daily production goals and quality standards are consistently achieved.
- Investigate quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives tied to internal KPIs.
- Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training of new employees.
- Attend planning meetings and communicate priorities clearly to the team.
- Collaborate with department leaders to resolve operational challenges.
- Address employee performance and conduct issues, including corrective actions.
- Participate in performance evaluations and employee development.
- Perform or assist with complex or skilled production tasks as needed.
- Develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure raw materials and supplies are requested timely to avoid delays.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.
- Spend significant time on the production floor providing hands-on leadership.
- Follow through on special projects and departmental initiatives.
Qualifications & Skills
- GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) experience required
- Bilingual in English and Spanish required
- 2–5 years of manufacturing supervisory or leadership experience
- Strong process improvement and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing teams, workflows, and production processes
- Lean Manufacturing experience a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and consistency
- Basic math skills related to manufacturing
- ERP system experience a plus
- Forklift experience a plus
- Self-motivated with a positive, hands-on leadership style
- Ability to work early mornings and some Saturdays as needed
Schedule & Work Location:
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, some Saturdays as needed
- Work Location: In-person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 Annually
Compensation & Benefits:
QCP offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
- Growth and advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
QCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. QCP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Early shift,