Laboratory Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Coordinating or managing the activities of a Construction or Geotechnical materials laboratory (testing includes materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt).
• Ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and consistent with company quality protocols, project requirements, and in a timely manner.
• Overseeing or coordinating the training and utilization of laboratory staff.
• Overseeing or coordinating the maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and testing equipment.
• Ensuring that the testing services are accomplished consistent with Terracon’s quality protocol and in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Assisting the Department Manager to ensure that laboratory personnel are properly trained, supervised and equipped with the necessary tools and equipment to ensure their personal safety in the office and laboratory.
• Coordinating the laboratory activities to ensure that the work is executed on time and in accordance with the client and project requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensuring that laboratory processes and personnel adhere to the requirements of the company Quality program and the Construction Materials Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assisting the Department Manager with overseeing calibration and maintenance of the laboratory equipment.
• Ensuring the proper organization and appearance of the laboratory area for which he/she is responsible, including keeping the area and equipment clean and uncluttered.
• Coordinating the inter-departmental and inter-office activities of laboratory personnel with joint company efforts where necessary.
• Performing construction and geotechnical related laboratory testing.
• Following safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Participating in pre-task planning.
• Reporting any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Being responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience performing laboratory tests on construction and geotechnical materials.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Qualifications

• Certification by qualified national, regional or state authorities (ACI, NICET, DOT) or in-house certification is required in areas such as concrete, aggregates, soil and rock, or road and paving materials.