Quality Control Technician

Vulcan Materials Company•Mesa, AZ

18d•$22 - $25

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician inspects materials in production, prepares and tests samples, interprets and reports test results, and performs routine and special laboratory testing to ensure materials conform to ASTM and VMC standards. The role investigates causes of poor product quality and customer complaints, implements corrective actions, and advises operations personnel on quality-related changes. The technician performs field and laboratory testing across the product line at production, shipping, and jobsite arrival; inspects stockpiles, material sources, and truck loads; monitors stockpile construction for segregation and contamination; and assists with plant calibrations. The role also documents and communicates results, maintains reports and files, inspects and maintains testing equipment, and keeps the laboratory and surrounding area orderly. It requires awareness of construction and mining site hazards, use of protective gear in the field, and lifting and transporting sample buckets and bags weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Typically an entry-level position; 0 to 2 years of laboratory testing experience in construction aggregate, HMA, or RMC properties.
Ability to perform simple to moderately complex arithmetic calculations.
Ability to maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment, and other relevant software packages.
Attention to detail and ability to perform material testing in an orderly, efficient, and accurate manner.
Ability to document inspection and testing activities.
Good verbal communication skills for interacting with plant production personnel, plant managers, customers, and agency representatives.
Ability to problem-solve and work independently.
Knowledge and awareness of construction and mining site hazards.
Ability to wear required field protective gear, including safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and a hard hat.
Ability to lift and transport sample buckets and bags weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Some college education.
Prior training or experience in the materials testing field and demonstrated proficiency in basic quality control duties.
ACI Concrete Laboratory Technician Level I certification.
N.I.C.E.T. Level II certification in Asphalt and Concrete.
State- and locally required certifications.

Responsibilities

Sample and test aggregates in accordance with applicable standard test methods.
Perform field and laboratory testing of the complete product line at production, shipping, and jobsite arrival.
Perform testing accurately and proficiently using methods including ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT methods.
Communicate test results promptly to the supervisor and document them in the database.
Troubleshoot problems and review basic product specifications.
Visually inspect stockpiles, material sources, and truck loads at plant sites.
Monitor stockpile construction daily to minimize or eliminate segregation and contamination, and immediately notify management if contamination is identified.
Conduct testing and assist with plant calibrations to ensure product quality.
Complete required reports accurately and on time, and maintain hard-copy files.
Periodically inspect, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment.
Maintain housekeeping standards in and around the laboratory.
Develop and maintain relationships with state, county, and city inspectors and customers to facilitate communication of test results and resolution of product quality issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.