Quality Control Technician

SILVER STRIKE NEVADA LLC•Sparks, NV

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a skilled position requiring knowledge and skills requisite to perform a variety of quality support functions for ready mix operations. Work will be performed per supervisor’s instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
A critical thinking mindset, and ability to quickly problem solve
Knowledge of Quality Assurance requirements
Familiarity with aggregate sizes and required quantities
Knowledge of the ready mix and aggregates industry
ACI Field Technician Certification
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts

Responsibilities

Review project specifications and prepare submittals for various projects in our serviceable areas
Work with the sales department to review project requirements and advise on mix requirements
Preform tests for conformance of concrete on jobsites
Perform air tests for specification compliance for special projects and mixes, and for mix history
Run yield tests for mix compliance
Run moisture tests for plant operators
Casting cylinders to provide history for mix designs and correlation testing on specific jobs
Run moisture tests for plant operators
Run trial batches to verify material performance and compliance and evaluate new sources
Perform trial batches for state approved and special project mix designs
Test aggregates gradations for all plant locations
Update mix design program as needed
May assist other personnel as needed
Responsible for overall review and evaluation of mix designs