TECHNICIAN QUALITY CONTROL
Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe.
About the role
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and skilled Quality Control Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards. You will work closely with the Quality Control Supervisor to conduct essential testing and inspections, playing a key role in maintaining the quality that Cemex is known for.
Responsibilities
- Follow all Cemex, OSHA, and MSHA safety policies and wear proper PPE at all times.
- Perform ASTM, AASHTO, and ACI testing at cement and Ready Mix plants.
- Verify product compliance with quality specifications and notify management of any quality deviations.
- Assist with product mix design and understand the impact of changes on kiln processes.
- Maintain detailed records of tests and inspections. Prepare reports related to quality and equipment issues.
- Perform lab housekeeping and basic equipment maintenance.
- Train new team members and complete audits, inspections, and reports as required.
- Respond to callouts, participate in plant outages, and support other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in applied science or at least 2 years of cement plant experience.
- ASTM certification (or ability to obtain within the first year).
- 2 to 4 years of experience in a quality-related role in the cement or heavy manufacturing industry.
- Strong numerical and testing skills, computer proficiency (including Excel and lab software), attention to detail, understanding of ASTM standards, and ability to operate mobile equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or trade certification.
- Military experience or journeyman credentials.
Working Conditions
- Wear protective equipment and adhere to safety protocols.
- Work in both lab and plant environments (indoor and outdoor) with exposure to physical labor and harsh conditions (extreme heat, humidity, extreme cold, noise, dust).
- Frequent walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), standing, and operating equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively and perform physical lab tasks is essential. Must be physically able to perform all essential job functions, including communicating verbally using a phone and radio, hearing verbal commands, and audible alarms to safely operate around large mobile equipment and automatic conveyor belt systems.
- Must pass a physical exam including back x-ray, vision test, hearing test, functional capability evaluation, respiratory fit test, and drug/alcohol screen.
- Work varying shifts as needed, which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs.
- This position is required to be performed in person at the assigned worksite; remote work is not available.
Physical Requirements
- Perform job functions including walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, turning, climbing, and pulling of controls.
- Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Regularly required to talk and hear to communicate with employees/visitors and function safely around heavy rolling equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
- Comprehensive wellness program to support employee and family health.
Pay
The expected base compensation for this position ranges from $25.29 to $32.12 per hour, depending on market location, job-related knowledge, skill sets, experience, and education.