Aggregate Lab Technician (Sturgis)

Job ID:  502134

Michigan Paving and Materials, a vertically integrated CRH company, energetically drives to continually be a leader in our markets in quality construction materials and value added services by employing innovative techniques and customer-centric practices. We believe that our employees are the reason for our success and we focus on their development and advancement opportunities as well as attracting new talent to our organization. We encourage you to learn more by visiting www.michiganpaving.com, www.stoneco.net or our parent company at www.crhamericas.com

Job Title:  Aggregate (QC) Lab Technician

Location:  Sturgis, MI

Reports To:  QC Manager

Summary:

Sampling and testing of aggregate to ensure compliance with MDOT specifications and company quality control tolerances.  Tests performed may include, but are not limited to, gradations of fine and coarse materials, loss by wash, bulk specific gravity, and deleterious material picks.  Assists in all aspects of the Quality Control operations for the division.  Actively involved in the achievement of quality and safety requirements.  Employee may be required to travel to different job sites within Michigan and Indiana. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learns and participates in the development and validation of processes, materials and products under the guidance of manager
• Performs tests and sampling procedures before, during, and after the manufacturing process
• Entry of data from test procedures into QC database.   
• Reporting testing abnormalities to plant managers, QC manager, and sales staff. 
• Updating and preparing documentation of operating procedures
• Providing expertise in quality control and operating procedures to co-workers

• Submit all test and inspection reports
• Actively participate in weekly safety meetings (Toolbox Talks)

Education and/or Experience:

• 1 + years previous experience in an aggregate QC lab is preferred but not required
• High School diploma
• Aggregate Lab Technician Certification is preferred but not required
• Associate’s degree in construction management technology, civil engineering technology or related area is preferred but not required.

Job Requirements and Skills:

• Strong computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen

Physical Demands:

• This position requires walking, standing, bending, twisting, sitting and lifting
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to climbing into/out of trucks, driving vehicles in and out of quarry and to other quarries as needed
• Ability to use standardized laboratory equipment such as sieve shakers, scales, and ovens
• Work periodically in inclement weather conditions and around high temperatures

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!

Michigan Paving and Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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