Concrete Quality Technician

Purpose/Scope

The Quality Technician tests and inspects material, product, and processes at various stages of production in a precast concrete manufacturing environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all published/posted safety policies.  
• Performs all aspects of the pre-manufacture inspection process, and during and after Production to meet Quality requirements. 
• Accurately enters Production and Quality data into computer system. 
• Identify, document, and report any Quality problems to Production or Quality Management. 
• Look for opportunities to improve material, processes, and products. 
• Ensures cleanliness of the lab, testing areas, and equipment. 
• Leads by example when displaying the core values, honesty, integrity, work ethic, and respect for others. 
• Treats production and yard teams as the customer when performing timely inspections on products and processes. 
• Works as a team player. 
• Strives to better himself/herself daily through continuous learning and developing other’s technical knowledge. 

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma

Other Required Qualifications

• Basic PC skills, such as using Microsoft Word and Excel. 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to read blueprints and/or Production Drawings. 
• Ability to perform analytical and math functions. 
• Basic understanding of test measurements. 
• Problem-solving skills. 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience performing concrete tests.  

Physical Requirements

• Office: Move 25 lbs. (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time. 
• Plant/Yard: Move minimum of 50 lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection. 

Work Environment

• Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Midwest and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkways. 
• Work to completion hours 

The compensation range for this position based on skills, qualifications and background is $23 to $26 per hour.