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JR Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
** Quality Control Technician
**** Bolton****£29,4000
**** Company Van
** The Quality Control Technician is responsible for conducting sampling, field testing, and specimen preparation tasks for Concrete, Asphalt, and Quarry products, adhering to applicable British standards and company protocols. Heidelberg Technical UK is dedicated to upholding high levels of customer satisfaction by consistently ensuring and enhancing its product range and technical services through the establishment, documentation, and upkeep of a comprehensive quality management program.

You will work collaboratively within a team under remote supervision, prioritizing efficiency while upholding outstanding standards and meticulous attention to detail.
*** Key accountabilities
**** Maximising the contribution of the technical departments towards ensuring cost effective product manufacture.
* Establishing and maintaining product quality levels consistent with commercial/operational drivers and customer requirements.
* Administering high quality technical support to Commercial, Operations and external customers.
* Other duties as requested by your manager
* Carry out sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of Concrete, Asphalt and Quarry products in accordance with relevant British / European standards and company procedures.
* Investigate and feed back to the technical and operations teams on quality issues at relevant sites and depots under their control, including but not limited to:
* Concrete sampling, testing and preparation
* Asphalt sampling, testing and preparation
* Aggregate sampling, testing and preparation
* Preliminary plant or customer site investigations
* Preliminary investigation of product issues
* Review of water demands in RMC including plant M.C testing
* Review of site practice
* Review of truck delivery practices / issues
* Review product consistence variances
* Raise NCRs and Near Hits as appropriate.
* Challenge behaviours which demonstrate a negative attitude towards safety and/or quality.
* Assist with transportation of test specimens.

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.
** Rewards & Benefits
** We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
* ** Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member**
* ** Competitive Package:
** Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
* ** Work-Life Balance:
** 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
* ** Family-Friendly Policies:
** Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
* ** Inclusive Culture:
** Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
* ** Wellbeing & Development:
** Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness,…