Quality Control Technician

About the role

The Quality Control Technician position at HC Maui is responsible for ensuring the quality of concrete and aggregate products through various tests and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Obtain samples and perform necessary tests on various concrete and aggregate products.
• Compares results against job specifications. Provides advice on remedial action if materials do not meet specifications.
• Visually inspects aggregate, sand, and other materials being produced or stored at mills, plants or quarries to ascertain quality.
• Aid in preparing concrete mix designs, preparing trial batches and aggregate submittals.
• Assist mixer drivers in determining quality and consistency of concrete.
• Make adjustments on materials and check batching and mixing of concrete.
• Advise production supervisors as to the quality of concrete aggregate manufactured at the respective quarries.
• Prepare samples of products for customers and testing laboratories and may deliver to assure safe arrival.
• Prepare mix designs and batch plant cards for the concrete division.
• Conduct tests related to checking concrete yields on the batch plant. Adjusts the batch plant weights to compensate for changes in material moisture content and specific gravity.
• Make concrete test cylinders and conduct tests to measure strength of concrete.
• Record and maintain test data and other required information.
• Perform necessary housekeeping functions in laboratory area.
• Perform daily maintenance on lab and test equipment.
• Work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Valid Hawaii State driver’s license.
• Maintain proper certifications, licensure and acceptable driving record (where applicable).
• Able to operate testing machines and equipment.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, and withstand heights.
• Able to lift and carry materials to be tested weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Possess a valid Hawaii State Driver’s License and be able to drive an automobile or pick-up truck.
• Able to use a wheelbarrow, loaded with up to three cubic feet (approximately 450 pounds) of ready-mix concrete.
• Operate concrete testing equipment and other office equipment.
• Able to work overtime and on weekends, as required.
• Able to meet tight project deadlines while maintaining quality results in their work.

Qualifications

• Competency in the use of personal computer, various software programs and other office equipment.