Job Details

Description

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. Please consider joining our growing team today!

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of concrete materials testing and quality control procedures in the Boise area
• Lead and mentor the QC team to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to support customer needs and technical inquiries
• Conduct detailed reviews of project specifications and contribute to bidding strategies
• Interface with clients, engineers, and contractors to resolve quality-related issues
• Perform cost analysis of Ready Mix and Aggregate products for design optimization
• Maintain a detailed Quality Management System
• Manage Laboratory and Field Technicians, including coordination of daily sampling, testing, and reporting.
• Duties may require intermittent travel and regional coordination for unique concrete operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 20+ years of experience
• Proven management experience leading technical or operational teams
• Demonstrated sales experience in the ready mix concrete industry
• Strong proficiency in specification review and bidding operations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Certification in ACI, ASTM, or other relevant standards
• Familiarity with mix design optimization and performance-based specifications
• Experience with quality management systems and laboratory accreditation

How to Apply:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

How to Apply:

We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

You may apply online at www.kniferiver.com/careers

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

5450 W Gowen Rd Boise, ID 83709