Quality Control Technician; Nampa,

Position: Quality Control Technician (Nampa, ID, US, 83687)
Job

Idaho Materials & Construction, 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

This position involves the performance and record keeping for quality control tests that will require the successful applicant to have the ability to perform and understand aggregate gradations, specific gravities, moisture testing at the plant and in the lab, concrete field testing for air, slump, unit weight and casting concrete test specimens, customer interaction to help with service coordination and help to resolve any quality issues that could arise.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

* Will test concrete and aggregate products for quality and conformance to specifications

* Must have some basic materials understanding for rock, sand, cement, flyash and chemical admixtures

* Basic material record keeping

* Ability to follow verbal and written instruction

* Ability to communicate effectively with dispatch, batch plant operations, drivers and QC personnel

* Must be able to work flexible shifts including nights, swings, weekends and holidays if needed

* Must have the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively

* Must pass the MSHA Safety course

* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

* One to two years prior QC experience preferred

* ACI Level 1 Certification Helpful

* ACI Strength Testing Technician Helpful

* WAQTC Certification

Work Requirements

* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

* Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute, rate, ration, percent, land to draw and interpret bar graphs.

* Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instruction.

* Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

* To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Database software.

* May be subject to drug testing, medical exams and physical agilities testing.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

* Must have a current and valid driver's license with a good driving record.

* CDL not required but helpful

* Must have clean driving record

Key Competencies

* Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
Responds promptly to customer needs.

* Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

* Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

* Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.

* Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner;
Reacts well under pressure;
Accepts responsibility for own actions.

* Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines;
Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
Uses equipment and materials properly.

* Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment;
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

* Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

* Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

* Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

* Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.

* Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback to improve performance

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Requirements

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand,…