Quality Control Technician - Wharton, NJ

Position Overview

Responsible for performing quality control testing and monitoring of crushed aggregates, recycle materials and hot mix asphalt mixtures produced at their assigned location. This role is located in Wharton, NJ, but the employee may be required to travel to other sites.

• Formally and visibly demonstrate support and understanding of CRH and Tilcon’s core values of People, Character, Performance, and Innovation.
• Work safely, complying with all OSHA and MSHA regulations and Tilcon environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform quality control testing as required by State and local agencies, private, and in accordance with Tilcon procedures ensuring the highest quality material is being produced.
• Provide test data to plant manager and other pertinent plant personnel in a timely manner.
• Provide process and mix adjustment recommendations as required.
• Maintain current State agency QC/QA certifications, upholding all aspects of the quality control program staying in compliance with agency specifications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date database and record logs.
• Support and assist internal customers (sales, construction, estimating, operations and senior management) and external customers by reviewing and providing detailed information/insight on material specifications and test results as requested.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Additional duties as assigned or required.
• Share and implement Best Practices for efficient laboratory and plant operations.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Perform business administrative duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment.

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or 3 years+ of practical work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.E.) from a four‑year college or university.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
• High level of proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and company procedures as outlined in the company policies.
• Ability to work scheduled overtime and weekends and occasional night shifts.
• Available for emergency overtime when the need arises, which may include occasional weekend hours.
• Ability to travel to various job sites several times a week.
• Ability to carry out standardized laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM and AASHTO standards.

• Ability to read English language sufficiently to read information contained in specifications, reports, manuals and regulations.
• Ability to use a computer to communicate and analyze data, including Outlook, MS Office programs and web‑based programs.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and work well with other personnel.
• Ability to evaluate questions or problems effectively, seeking assistance when needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Hourly rates starting at $22 per hour.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• $1,000 referral bonuses.
• Profit sharing.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401k with Roth option and competitive company match.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Opportunities for internal mobility.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Company discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel and more.

• Continuous: fine motor control, repetitive motion, right and left frequently; lifting 0‑10 pounds frequently.
• Occasionally: lifting 10‑25 pounds and 25‑50 pounds.

This position requires both office work and field work. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions, and may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Noise levels in the office are usually quiet.

• Working with others…