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We are seeking a Quality Control technician to join our team to assist the Quality Control manager in conducting routine testing of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, and finished materials to ensure quality control of products at the point of production, shipping, and arrival upon the job site. This job is located at the office at Ward Lake in Litchfield, and may require some travel to other sites as needed. The position will need to adhere to testing methods, including American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
Duties/ Responsibilities:
- Complete all required reports in a timely and accurate manner, interpreting, documenting, and storing the results.
- Communicate test results in a timely manner to the supervisor and properly document in a database.
- Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained in and around the lab.
- Inspect, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment periodically.
- Inspect stockpiles, materials sources, and truckloads at plant sites.
- Monitor the daily construction of the stockpile to ensure that segregation and contamination is kept to a minimum or eliminated.
- Conduct routine inspections of the plant equipment in order to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations to maximize production and minimize interruptions.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Must display knowledge and awareness of construction and mining site hazards.
- Must possess good math skills and demonstrate the ability to perform simple to moderately complex arithmetic calculations.
- Must have the ability to use computerized equipment and technology.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and other software packages relevant to the position.
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Prior training or experience in the materials testing field is preferred.
- Knowledge of general principles and practices of aggregate production is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk on uneven ground, access heights, and climbing stairs and ladders.
- Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds.
Department: Materials
Pay/Status: Hourly, $25-35 hour depending on experience and education
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Report to: Materials Division Manager
