Quality Control Inspector (Lockeford, CA)

JENSEN INFRASTRUCTURE•Lockeford, CA

7d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector is a key position at Jensen Infrastructure, responsible for ensuring products meet specifications, are top-tier, and ready for market. Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, this role involves close collaboration with the production and yard teams. The inspector performs quality checks throughout all production phases, verifies compliance with various standards, documents nonconformities, and supports concrete testing activities. Safety is a paramount concern, and adherence to all company safety policies is expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I certification required; a six (6) month grace period will be provided for newly hired employees to obtain certification.
Ability and willingness to learn, interpret, and apply specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize defects or deviations from requirements.
Proficiency with computers is required, including use of email, spreadsheets, digital inspection forms, and document management systems.
Demonstrated integrity and willingness to uphold quality standards without compromise.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with reading blueprints.
Detail-oriented.
Safety conscious.

Nice To Haves

Experience in precast concrete, construction inspection, or manufacturing quality control preferred.
Certifications under the American Concrete Institute (ACI) or possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities to be trained and obtain the certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections throughout all phases of production, including pre-pour, post-pour, finishing, and final inspection.
Verify compliance with project specifications, shop drawings, ASTM/ACI standards, PCI requirements, and company Quality Control Procedures.
Enforce specification and quality requirements consistently, regardless of production pressures or schedules.
Identify, document, and report nonconforming work; verify corrective actions are completed and effective.
Conduct dimensional checks, visual inspections, and other required quality measurements.
Collect fresh concrete samples and prepare test cylinders in accordance with applicable standards.
Transport concrete test cylinders to the laboratory and ensure proper handling, identification, and curing procedures are followed.
Review and become familiar with project-specific drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements prior to production.
Accurately complete inspection reports, checklists, and quality documentation in a timely manner.
Work closely with production, engineering, and management while maintaining independence and objectivity in all quality decisions.
Support concrete testing activities, including sampling, curing, and coordination of compressive strength testing.
Follow all company safety policies and always maintain a safe work environment.