What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist - Aggregate Materials position at The H&K Group?
Overview
The H&K Group, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Aggregate and Asphalt Quality Control Technician to join our team. This individual will be responsible for collecting and testing samples of aggregate and asphalt to ensure quality standards and specifications are met.
About the Role
This role is primarily responsible for ensuring that all materials meet the required standards and specifications. The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
About Us
The H&K Group, Inc. is a dynamic company with a long history of providing high-quality construction materials and services. We are committed to delivering exceptional results and building lasting relationships with our clients.
Responsibilities
- Perform all work according to OSHA, MSHA, and H&K Safety policies
- Follow and assure compliance with quality control plans
- Sample and test materials following standard practices and quality plans
- Maintain test records and assure compliance with company and agency specifications
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment
- Read and follow H&K Group employee handbook protocol and procedures
- Calibrate and maintain test equipment to standards
- Establish and maintain lines of communication with plant operations, agency representatives, and quality control supervision
- Work with sales team to address customer issues
- Generate reports and communicate results and trends to the quality control team and H&K employees
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills
- Algebra-level math to perform AASHTO and ASTM procedure calculations
- Rudimentary ability to use computers, spreadsheets, word processors
- Able to work in a team or independently as needed
- Time management
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Attainment of NECEPT technician qualification within 18 months of hire
- Ability to meet standards of PennDOT, PA Turnpike Commission, the FAA, and other recognized authorities
- Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
- Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)
