Quality Control Technician

Job Summary The Quality Control Technician will assist the Quality Manager in optimizing the efficiency and productivity of plants by testing and analyzing data and resolving any issues at the project sites. Benefits CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. Medical, Dental, Visionlow-cost premiums even for family coverageCompany-paid life/AD&D insuranceCompany-paid short-term disabilityPaid sick/vacation/holiday401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Additional voluntary benefits Compensation Responsibilities Perform all aspects of stripping, curing, capping, and compression testing in the concrete and concrete aggregate testing labReport concrete cylinder strength test results in accordance with ACI standardsWork with the plant operator on plant operations and efficiencyInspect Batch Plant, aggregate stockpiles, and mix designs at the assigned plantAbility to adjust loads with concrete admixturesSample aggregates and perform applicable Portland cement concrete tests (in accordance with the most current ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT standards)Testing to include: moisture content, temperature, slump, density, air content, cylinders, etc.Troubleshoot and address material/quality issues (low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring, etc.)Enter test results daily into a computer database and distribute reports to appropriate individualsConduct scheduled calibrations on test equipment per the calibration scheduleCoordinate work with internal personnel, i.e., sales, operations, customer service, and dispatchPrepare job incident reportsAnalyze aggregate and strength reportsWork directly with customersAttend pre-job meetingsWork with plant operators, co-workers, and drivers Education High school diploma/GEDATTI and ACI Field Grade I certified (preferred) Requirements/Qualifications Obtain and maintain ACI Field Grade Certification within six (6) months in the positionJob requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, sitting, stretching, vibration, twisting, pushing/pulling of controls, and riding on rough terrain; use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers; driving/walking on uneven ground, and climbing stairsFrequent lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional lifting of 100 poundsMay be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather and be able to work in wet environmentsMust be able to work flexible hours with varying start and stop timesOvertime work plus nights will be required as needed by the companyMust meet OSHA 10 guidelines and be able to follow all CalPortland Safety PoliciesANSI-approved PPE will be provided and must be used when requiredMust be able to speak, read, and write in EnglishAble to work cooperatively with othersMust have a valid driver’s license and be insurableTechnician subject to random drug and alcohol screens as required by the companyMay be required to perform Lab Technician duties based on business needAdditional certifications may be required to maintain ACI standards for this position Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for work that will be performed in the San Francisco area, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.