Description

The Quality Control Lab Technician performs inspections, checks, and tests for the quality of the material to be utilized in the manufacturing of asphalt, ensuring product quality and compliance with applicable specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Asphalt, concrete, and/or aggregate experience preferred
• Provides verbal and/or written test results and reports to the QC Manager and staff.
• Enforce quality control and Company safety policies on all aspects of the work
• Cut core samples from the roadway and test promptly
• Conducts tests on aggregate and asphalt
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify physical and volumetric properties
• Communicate daily with the QC Technician/Manager and the Roadway Technician
• Calculates pay factors and tonnage totals on daily lab reports
• Responsible for set up, adjustment, and operation of laboratory/testing equipment.
• Workaround industrial equipment and machinery to obtain materials samples.
• Record test results promptly.
• Report and communicate test results internally and externally (DOT and other customers as required).
• Clean, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment. Inspect stockpiles for proper construction; inspect haul units for cleanliness; Maintain test data files; assist in investigating and resolving customer technical problems.
• Demonstrates knowledge of, or the ability to learn, safety rules and equipment including identification of precautions for and emergency response to chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards, and asphyxiating, toxic, and explosive gases and vapors.
• Demonstrates good workmanship in a neat and timely manner.
• Must be able to work in a variety of positions throughout the day including standing, stooping, bending at the waist, at waist level, shoulder height and above the head. The job location is in all areas as required in our geographical work area.
• Participate as a team member. Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous QC experience in a similar setting is a plus.
• Ability to work independently under strict time guidelines.
• Proven track record of completing jobs while meeting all safety/budget/schedule goals.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule allowing for travel to different facilities
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Subject to drug screening and a medical review exam.
• The employee will work primarily outdoors, exposed to inclement weather, and in the proximity of chemical, electrical and mechanical hazards

This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.

EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled

Capital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.