QC Technician

About the role

Locke Solutions is a small to medium-sized concrete manufacturing company in rapid growth mode. Our recent expansion from 1 to 3 locations is just the beginning, as we have ambitious plans to reach 5-10 locations within the next 7 years. We are proud to share that our revenue has skyrocketed, growing from $13 million in 2021 to $24 million in 2022 and exceeding $60 million in 2023. These remarkable achievements demonstrate our commitment to success and the boundless opportunities that lie ahead. We foster a down-to-earth, friendly, and positive culture. Our team is comprised of smart, energetic individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service.

Goals

• Maintain all required NPCA, ACI, and other customer requirements within 6 months of position
• Maintain Quality Control Program & procedures are completed and documented daily
• Product is to be label and checked by established timeframe
• Inputting into Titan all QC documentation and project documentation daily
• First Yield Pass- 95 % percentage of standard products and 85% special project products manufactured correctly and to spec the first time through the process
• Maintain number of Rework to less than 1 per week
• Maintain a level of quality to reduce junk variances to less than 1%

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety trainings are attended and certifications maintained
• Responsible for all pre and post pour inspections and documentation
• Ensure the plant achieves successful annual audits, and positively address any non-conformances
• Daily testing of product (specimen testing, air content, slump, MC% of aggregates, temperature compressive strength testing) to ensure required specifications are met as needed and report out any deviations
• Follow mixture designs and recommend corrective actions on mix design to engineering
• Daily inspection of stripping operations, including verification of concrete strength requirements
• Assist and perform monthly & annual material testing & calibrations, ensuring calibration schedule and records for all equipment and materials used in Quality processes
• Inspects product following any repairs to ensure the repairs are completed per the approved details and methods as needed
• Conduct weekly yard inspections to ensure product and material quality
• Recommend revisions to drawings to improve production setup or quality, as needed
• Maintain through knowledge of precast processes and equipment, best practices
• Communicate issues identified on the production floor, and offer suggestions to fix
• Communicates with all key personnel regarding product inspection status, junk, etc.
• Actively teach the importance of “first time right”
• Understand the “cost of quality” and how it affects the bottom line
• Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two to four years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong Math Skills
• ACI I Certification plus Licenses and certifications to operate equipment any equipment