Asphalt Quality Control Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Control Specialist to support quality control operations for our asphalt production and paving activities. This position is responsible for conducting sampling, testing, inspections, and documentation to ensure asphalt materials and production processes meet project specifications, Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) requirements, and company standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in asphalt quality control, asphalt plant operations, construction materials testing, or a related technical field.

Sunbelt Asphalt Surfaces, Inc. is a dynamic and rapidly growing business located in Auburn, Georgia. As both a leading commercial asphalt paving manufacturer and contractor, we have established our presence locally and throughout the southeastern United States. Our success is deeply rooted in our unwavering commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of our employees.

Sunbelt is a division of The Scruggs Company
, a leader in Georgia road construction. Scruggs is an operating company of Construction Partners, Inc., one of the largest road building companies in the United States. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a winning, growing team!

• Perform quality control sampling, testing, and inspections of asphalt materials, aggregates, and related products.
• Monitor asphalt mix production to ensure compliance with approved mix designs, job mix formulas, and project specifications.
• Collect and analyze test data, including gradations, asphalt content, volumetrics, and other required quality measures.
• Maintain accurate testing records, daily reports, certifications, and calibration documentation.
• Assist with aggregate stockpile management, cold feed verification, asphalt binder control, and overall mix consistency.
• Identify quality concerns and communicate findings promptly to plant personnel and management.
• Support investigations of nonconforming materials and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct field sampling and testing as required to verify compliance of materials produced and placed.
• Assist during plant audits, agency inspections, and customer visits.
• Ensure all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Work closely with plant operators, production personnel, paving crews, and management to support quality objectives.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in asphalt quality control, materials testing, asphalt production, or a related technical role.
• Knowledge of asphalt mix designs, aggregate gradations, asphalt content testing, and volumetric properties.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, and GDOT specifications and testing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to interpret testing results and identify trends or quality concerns.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and electronic reporting systems.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Candidates should preferably hold current certifications recognized by GDOT, which may include:

• Asphalt Plant Technician Level 1 or Level 2 Certification
• Asphalt Roadway Technician Certification
• Sampling and Testing Certifications applicable to assigned duties
• Other GDOT-recognized certifications related to asphalt quality control

• Experience working in an asphalt plant, construction materials laboratory, or paving environment.
• Knowledge of asphalt plant operations and production processes.
• Experience with quality control and quality assurance programs.
• Previous experience working on GDOT projects.
• Additional asphalt-related certifications.

• Ability to work in and around asphalt plants, paving operations, and laboratory environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform testing activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

This position requires regular work at asphalt plants, laboratories, construction sites, and paving projects. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings with exposure to moving equipment, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions. Occasional early morning, evening, and night work may be required to support testing and production schedules.

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