Quality Control Technician/Plant Office Admin - Roving

Vulcan Materials Company•Salem, NJ

8h•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time. This position is 100% in office with an approximate schedule of 6am-2pm Mon-Fri. At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

Requirements

Must have your high school diploma or its equivalent.
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, Oracle Business Environment, and other software packages relevant to the position.
Must have effective written and oral communication skills.
Must have organizational skills with a focus on the prioritization of workload.
Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, dependable, timely, and reliable.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, Oracle Business Environment, and other software packages relevant to the position.
Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role is preferred.
Experience in an aggregate or scale house setting is preferred.
Prior training or experience in the materials testing field is preferred.
Knowledge of general principles and practices of aggregate production is preferred.
Experience operating heavy equipment or scales is a plus.

Responsibilities

Champion Safety. Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. Perform duties safely, responsibly, and proficiently.
Maintain Cash Fund. Maintain cash fund accurately and report any discrepancies. Handle cash sales by collecting cash, checks, or credit card transactions.
Maintain Office. Maintain the office in a neat and professional manner. Answer phones and handle office duties and projects as requested.
Prepare and Operate Scales. Prepare scales for daily use. Work with Plant Admin Support Supervisors to troubleshoot and repair issues. Operate the truck scales and generate correct tickets for the customers. Weigh and record incoming materials such as gasoline, diesel fuel, explosives, and scrap sales.
Provide Excellent Customer Service. Greet customers in a professional and polite manner. Communicate clearly with customers to bill transactions correctly. Listen to customer issues and complaints and work to resolve them through communication with the sales/dispatch department. Direct customers to piles and instruct load out personnel of customer needs.
Ensure Quality Control. Conduct 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. 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).
Document and Report Information. 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.
Maintain Lab Standards. Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained in and around the lab. Troubleshoot problems and review basic product specifications. Inspect, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment periodically.
Monitor Stockpile. 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. Notify management immediately if contamination is identified.
Inspect Equipment and Structures. Conduct routine inspections of the plant equipment in order to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations to maximize production and minimize interruptions.
Additional Responsibilities. Must also be willing and able to operate heavy equipment, perform some general maintenance and general support duties, and learn to run the scales and plant as needed. Other duties as assigned.