Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Requisition ID : 8999

Location :

Calgary, AB, CA, T2C 2P6

Pay Type : Hourly

Overview

The Quality Control Technician’s goal is to ensure the final quality of concrete products, ensuring the highest customer satisfaction for the products.

Areas of responsibility include quality control activities such as testing of raw materials, calibration of devices, performing pre-pour and post-pour inspections, and the control of concrete mix designs.

Responsibilities :

Quality control through the active testing of raw materials, work in progress and finished goods

Responsible for the testing, evaluation and preparation of the any required mix design types

Routinely inspect plant operation and product quality as per specification requirements

Read and interpret shop drawings and engineered details

Provide accurate and timely reports

Maintain and develop strong working relationship with plant staff, customers and / or representatives

Perform precise plant and laboratory sampling and testing services on construction materials to determine suitability of materials

Interpret calculations, specifications, tolerances, standards, etc.

Reject defective work and material to ensure quality of product

Communicate both orally and in writing on the findings of tests results and analysis

Provide detailed daily test reports of inspection results, and keeps record organized and well maintained

Performs additional quality control duties as assigned

Safety and Environment

Adhere to all company safety and environmental practices and policies training provided

Enforce safety on the work site (truckers, visitors, and plant crew)

Contribute toward the overall success of the safety program by following set rules procedures and practices

Identify and report workplace hazards and make positive suggestions for their elimination or control

Perform duties in the safest manner prescribed

Required PPE must be worn at all times

Maintenance

Complete recommended routine maintenance and calibrations on the lab equipment

Responsible for updating and maintaining all equipment maintenance and calibration records

Qualifications :

Civil Technology or Engineering is preferred or the equivalent combination of education and work experience

Computer Proficiency : QC Software and MS Office applications, especially MS Excel

Able to understand and work with QC lab equipment

Experience working in lab environment

PCI Level 1 and Level 2 Personnel Certifications would be an asset

Knowledge of MNL 116 and MNL 117 would be an asset

Ability to work evenings and weekends, which may include night shifts and overtime

Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required.

Competencies :

Attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot

Effective written and oral communication skills

Strong team player with a positive attitude and a self-starter

Ability to motivate and influence others, as well as following direction

Able to multi-task effectively and work in fast pace environment while being flexible

High level of time management and prioritization skills

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required