Local Quality Control Technician

Job ID: 510580

United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Quality Control Technician - Canon City

United Companies Quality Control Department is growing! We are hiring entry-level and experienced Quality Control Technicians. The Quality Control Technician is responsible for the collection and distribution of quality characteristics data for the aggregate, concrete, and asphalt that we produce. Tasks include the sampling and testing of materials to determine compliance with specifications. Successful candidates are self-starters, problem solvers, team oriented, motivated by continuous improvement, and possess a “will do” attitude.

This is a non-exempt position.

Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications: $18.00 - $22.00/hour.

Responsibilities:

• Sample and perform field and laboratory tests on aggregate, asphalt, and concrete
• Use prescribed standards to determine physical characteristics for statistical process control and to determine conformity to specifications
• Maintain and report test data
• Report non-conformance to management, following Quality Control Plan requirements
• Investigate, analyze, and recommend action to be taken related to quality control, production, and technical aspects of products
• Assist sales efforts with quality-related customer questions and site visits
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory facilities
• Perform general clean-up and maintenance duties as assigned
• Drive out to jobsite to test concrete, aggregate, soil, or asphalt as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required
• Proficient in math, MS Office, reading and writing skills.
• Candidates must pass pre-employment background and drug screen
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather if necessary
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk on uneven terrain
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. If lifting more than 50 lbs., employee is required to have a second person assisting
• Ability to work various hours including Saturday and overtime as needed
• ACI and/or LabCAT certified or willing to obtain within 6 Months
• Valid Driver's License and a clean moter vehicle recond is required

Schedule:

• 8-12-hour shift depending on workload
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability 
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Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours, nights, weekends, and swing shifts when needed due to contractual obligations.
• Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• And other duties as assigned. 

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Physical Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and operating various hand and power tools, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and bending over for extended periods of time.
• Requires reaching, crawling, climbing, grasping, kneeling, squatting, and twisting. Often requires lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling items weighing up to 90 pounds. Sometimes requires working at heights.
• Requires correct vision and hearing within normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions.  
• This is a safety sensitive position.
• Ability to lift, move up to 50 lbs. 

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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