Norm Wegrzyn

• Oversaw department of 8 QC Technicians by supervising daily operations, providing technical support and coordinating personnel.
• Kept equipment operating and in good condition by performing quality checks and calling in for repairs when needed.
• Maintained knowledge of Oldcastle policies and Local compliance regulations and communicated any developments and consequent changes in procedure to personnel.
• Evaluated each plant systems for overall functionality, identified opportunities for improvement and implemented changes to facilitate better outcomes.
• Managed a high-performing QC team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship as needed.
• Leveraged strong analytical skills to accurately interpret data and make informed decisions regarding product quality initiatives.
• Evaluated new materials and suppliers for compatibility with company requirements, making recommendations based on objective analysis.
• Oversaw corrective action plans for non-conforming products, ensuring timely resolution of issues to minimize impact on customers.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments to ensure consistent product quality throughout all stages of production.
• Improved overall product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and establishing clear quality standards.

• Led plant through SAP integration.
• Reduced costs by eliminating material waste and unnecessary labor hours.
• Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
• Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
• Balanced labor needs with production schedules to optimize workforce utilization while maintaining output targets.
• Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
• Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
• Identified and resolved process and equipment issues to minimize production downtime.
• Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
• Established positive relationships with suppliers to obtain timely deliveries of materials and products.
• Devised and administered cost control initiatives savings.

• Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
• Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion with the use of a Master Schedule.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
• Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.

Ran the daily production of the plant floor.

Increased efficiency daily.

Started in QC department and learned from the ground up.

Worked closely with NCDOT to ensure standards were being met.

Was driving force to digitalize documentation.

Certifications over the years:

NCDOT Level 1 Field Inspector, NCDOT Batch Operator, NCDOT Mix Design

ACI Level 1, ACI Concrete Strenght Testing Technician

PQS Level 1