Quality Control Technician

Overview

United Companies, is a CRH Company.

Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Quality Control Manager, the Quality Control Technician will follow established policies and procedures as written out by the company. The candidate will perform ASTM and AASHTO tests on aggregates, asphalt, raw materials and concrete to ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.

Wage Ranges from $16-$21 per hour, dependent upon experience.

• Safety First Mentality;
  Abides by all safety rules and regulations. All unsafe practices and conditions will need to be reported promptly.
• Performs required ASTM, AASHTO, tests on aggregates, asphalt, and concrete .
• Performs concrete shrinkage, ASR, slump, air content, unit weight, compressive and flexural strength, and design trial batches to ensure compliance to specifications.
• Maintains all equipment in good operational condition and ensures equipment is calibrated correctly.
• During production, coordinates concrete mix design adjustments with Plant Foreman/Batch personnel.
• Provides quality customer service by answering questions and complaints in a timely and professional manner. The candidate shall maintain professional relationships with customers.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required. Duties may include night work.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Two years of experience with construction quality control testing preferred.
• Experience in a building materials/construction industry preferred.
• ACI Certification(s) preferred .

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours, nights, weekends, and swing shift when necessary.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow documents and procedures such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate computer and software applications. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and managers.
• Always demonstrate proper etiquette, representing LRC professionally and courteously to current and prospective clients.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail including the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Employ general knowledge and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Perform required field and laboratory tests and procedures per applicable standards.
• Ability to organize, maintain and communicate statistical data related to the Quality Control department.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and operating various hand and power tools, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and bending over for extended periods of time.
• Requires…