Quality Control Lab Technician (Aggregates)

CalPortland • OR

70d

About The Position

The Quality Control Lab Technician will perform quality control testing and reporting duties in the aggregates testing laboratory.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• DOT Soils and Aggregate Certification
• ACI Strength Testing Certification and ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1
• Safety Sensitive position
• Obtain and maintain the following: DOT Soil and Aggregate and/or ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1 (within 1 year in position)
• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, sitting, stretching, vibration, twisting, pushing/pulling of controls, and riding on rough terrain, use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers, driving/walking on uneven ground, and climbing stairs
• Frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional lifting of 100 pounds
• May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather and be able to work in wet environments
• Must be able to work flexible hours with varying start and stop times
• Overtime work will be required as needed by the company
• Must meet OSHA 10 guidelines and be able to follow all CalPortland Safety Policies
• ANSI-approved PPE will be provided and must be used when required
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
• Able to work cooperatively with others
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Technician subject to random drug and alcohol screens as required by the company
• May be required to perform Field Technician duties based on business need

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP software

Responsibilities

• Perform gradations tests on rock and sand samples along with tests such as cleanliness values, #20 wash, sand equivalency, specific gravities and absorptions
• Process aggregate field test samples and reduce to the appropriate testing size
• Enter test results daily into a computer database and distribute reports to appropriate individuals
• Accurately weigh up each material as listed in the trial batch sheets and set up equipment for trial testing
• Conduct scheduled calibrations on test equipment per the calibration schedule
• Always maintain work area and office equipment in a safe and clean condition
• Troubleshoot job problems and handle job complaints (out-of-spec aggregates, low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring)
• Analyze aggregate and strength reports and identify trends
• Work directly with suppliers, vendors, and internal customers, as necessary

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision with low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees