QC Technician

Job ID: 507821

Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama. For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation. We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

If you’re looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

Position Overview

This position is responsible to conduct test to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. This work is conducted under direction of the Quality Control Supervisor by performing the following duties.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finish goods and stability samples

• Calibrate, validate or maintain laboratory equipment

• Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses

• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks or inventory forms

• Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved

• Identify quality problems and recommend solutions

• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release

• Investigate or report questionable test results

• Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods or protocols

• Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions

• Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines

• Prepare or review required method transfer documentation including technical transfer protocols or reports

• Receive and inspect raw materials

• Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance

• Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions

• Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols and trend analyses

• Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors

• Develop and qualify new testing methods

• Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained

• Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors or contractors

• Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays

• Regular and timely attendance

Other Duties

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public

• Possess a strong drive to fulfill commitments

• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or superiors with other duties as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• High school or GED required. Associate degree in engineering or quality preferred. 4-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination required.

• Georgia and/or Tennessee technician certifications preferred

• Previous experience as a Level 1 Tech or Tech in Training a plus

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to use reasoning skills

• Developed analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Substantial interpersonal skills

• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision

• Priority emphasis and strong time management skills

• Travel may be required

• Ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays

• Valid state driver’s license

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to frequently stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, climb or balance. The employee is required to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is required to lift of move 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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!

Talley Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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