What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Technician (Maryland Eastern Shore) position at Chaney Enterprises?
Job Title: Technical Services/Quality Control Technician
Department: Technical Services Reports to: Area Production Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt/Hourly Position Type: Full-time
Reports to: Area Production Manager Supervisory responsibilities: No
Safety Status: Safety Sensitive Days required: Monday – Friday
Shift (may vary): 8:00am – 5:00pm (work extended days and hours as needed)
Overtime: N/A Travel Required: 75%
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Summary/Objective:
The Technical Service/Quality Control Technician implements and complies with quality assurance methods and procedures to ensure products and materials are produced in accordance with specifications.
Essential Functions:
- Perform specimen tests of concrete from random loads or for special jobs or mixes; prepare test reports as required.
- Oversee unique jobs to ensure product standards are met, i.e., jobs that have restrictive specifications or require large quantities of material to be delivered.
- Perform aggregates and batch plants tests including daily graduation and moisture tests on all concrete being produced for State and spec projects.
- Certify concrete loads being delivered to "spec" jobs in accordance with SHA specifications; check loads for proper procedure and time of mixing.
- Perform quality assurance tests on trial batches of new concrete mix designs under close tolerance conditions and make adjustments until mixture meets specifications.
- Troubleshoot problems with customers, analyze and evaluate specific conditions, situations, quantities, etc., and provide appropriate resolution.
- Provide technical assistance and training to plant managers, equipment and yard operators, and drivers when requested.
- Perform laboratory tests including gradation, moisture, lightweight particles and specific gravity tests on aggregates.
- Select samples for materials that need certification by an outside laboratory or that are beyond the department capability. Transport these samples to the testing agency.
- Perform additional tasks such as cleaning facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness, moving equipment and materials, and completing tasks for other positions when incumbent is absent.
- Assist the Technical Services Manager and Assistant Manager as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Work Environment:
- Work time will be split between indoors/office and outdoors/field
- Exposure to dust and fumes/offensive smells.
- Exposure to chemicals such as concrete, chemical admixtures.
- Close proximity to moving mechanical parts.
- Noise level will be moderate to loud.
Physical Demands:
- Lift a maximum weight of 50 lbs., repetitively lift 50 lbs., carry approximately 50 lbs., and push/pull approximately 75-100 lbs.
- Reach overhead and reach away from the body. Minimal kneeling, squatting and climbing may be required.
- Sit 3 hours per day, stand 5 hours per day, and walk 2 hours per day.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Laboratory testing experience in ready-mix concrete or aggregates preferred.
Special Skills:
- Written communication, verbal communication, and basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to use a computer and iPad, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to use the company dispatching system.
- Ability to compute basic material calculations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Certifications:
- Valid Driver’s License.
- ACI Level 1 certification (must be obtained within 1 year of assuming position).
- Background in concrete, construction, mining operations or building materials (preferred).
Education Required: High School
Preferred Education: N/A
Bilingual in Spanish Preferred: Yes
