Quality Control Technician I
About The Position
Performs quality control tests for the specific product line in accordance with established local or national standards. This position will be required to conduct quality control tests within the precision standards established by ASTM and AASHTO. The position will be required to report results upward and seek assistance to analyze data. Conducts in depth problem solving, detailed data and trend analysis, and troubleshooting associated with aggregate material performance. This position also assists the Material Performance Manager of the product line in the implementation of best practices and techniques, in regards to product quality and quality initiatives.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 year required work experience
- State regulated or industry certifications, as required
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test
Responsibilities
- Observe and enforce all Amrize Safety Standards, Advisories, and Policies.
- Be a responsible advocate for on-the-job safety and the environment.
- Carries out ongoing lab and field sampling. Testing to ensure that material produced and shipped meet State, project and customer specifications and expectations. Failure to do so will result in rejection of products that could produce significant negative impact to (1) Market Area financials and (2) Amrize's image in the marketplace.
- Assist with the development, administration, implementation and documentation of material control plans and related material performance data, procedures and project-specific quality control.
- Perform some service, repair, and calibration of laboratory and field testing equipment on a timely basis.
- Carries out regular updates to appropriate Quality Control and Quality Assurance test databases and spreadsheets and provide report summaries or analyses as needed.
- Able to learn the basic operations of cement, asphalt or aggregate plants.
- Provide “troubleshooting” guidance and advice, for various customers both internal and external.
- Technical material performance support and expertise provided for all plants in geographic area.
- Recommend and assist with plant changes to ensure conformance and consistency.
- Assist Plant Superintendents and Managers as required.
- Assist Material Performance personnel in other areas, when available.
- Work under general / minimal supervision; customarily works 20-30% of the time without direct supervision.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
