Quality Assurance Technician I

Purpose

This entry-level position is responsible for conducting routine Quality Assurance (QA) testing and inspections to determine specification compliance of aggregate and aggregate based products. This position can be responsible for either rock plant or geology materials technician duties.

Duties

• Conducts various aggregate and aggregate based material quality tests using various sample testing procedures.
• Organizes testing results and prepares reporting information from test results for appropriate Teichert Aggregates’ personnel.
• Obtains samples from production facilities.
• Maintains regular communications with plant personnel and/or supervisor to report material acceptability and test results.
• Organizes and cleans the QA lab.
• Communicates with inspectors regarding transferring of samples.
• Delivers samples to locations as directed.
• Monitors and assists the work of summer interns.
• Promotes a Zero Injury culture through personal adherence to all company safety policies and practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: A High School diploma or G.E.D. or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Experience & Industry Expertise: A minimum of zero to two (2) years of work experience.
• Mathematical aptitude and ability to learn computer aided test data analysis programs.
• Basic computer software skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn and become proficient in aggregate testing and related technology.
• Mechanical ability to maintain and repair plant equipment related to QA testing and processing.
• Ability to exercise judgment where appropriate and within established guidelines.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work on a team and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of customers, staff and management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid California Driver License and acceptable driving record.
• Caltrans JTCP Certification HMA I within six months of employment.
• Valid HMA I certification.

Competencies

• Adaptability
• Communication (Speaking, writing, listening)
• Dependability
• Safe Work Ethic
• Working Relationships

Physical Demands, and Work Environment

• Physical: Viewing of computer monitor. Keyboarding; use of fingers to make small movements such as typing and mouse usage. Driving to job sites, other offices or meeting sites.
• May require lifting of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. May require lifting up to 80 lbs. May require walking on uneven ground, climbing, reaching, bending, standing or stooping. Use of general tools for maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Typical office environment with adequate temperatures and lighting, low levels of noise. Lab testing environment may contain dust and medium to loud levels of noise with variations in temperature. Some locations may require climbing ladders and working at elevated heights.

Base Salary Range

$41,667 - $58,334

Employer Disclosure Statement

The above statements and job description are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer Teichert and its subsidiaries ("Teichert") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Teichert, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Teichert mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Teichert employees, or to Teichert’s resume database will be considered Teichert property. Teichert will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Teichert will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Teichert’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Teichert will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Teichert’s Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Teichert employee is authorized to bind Teichert to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies. Job Title Quality Assurance Technician I