Quality Control Tech - Aggregates

Overview

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for assuring product quality through an extensive testing program and reporting process.

The desired candidate is one whom has a detail oriented focus, is prompt and on-time, and seeks to have a long career with Lafarge.

At Lafarge, all career paths lead to success, and as a Quality Control Technician you will build your skills from the ground up - learning about our business with hands-on experience.

You will spend approximately 80% of your time in the field (sampling & testing) and approximately 20% of your time in the office (inputting & analyzing data.

Once your skills are honed as a Quality Control Technician, your potential for advancement will greatly increase, allowing you to access other positions within Lafarge.

Responsibilities

Quality Control

Gather a minimum of one sample for every tonnes of material produced and one sample for every tonnes shipped. Run tests on all samples.

At present, this averages to about seven completed tests every day. Some heavy lifting is required as samples can weigh anywhere from 50-70 lbs.

• Communicate testing results to management and production staff in order to minimize time and money wasted on production / sales of out-of spec. materials
• Enter test results into Excel spreadsheets and aggQC database.
• Conduct visual inspections of production and shipping piles to identify any quality issues (oversize, contamination, etc.)
• Assist customers that come on-site for product information / samples
• Provide tours for contractors, customers, and management
• Assist in surveying, benchmarking, fill site coverage, barge sampling and / or blast monitoring (site-specific)
• Enter daily production data into system to ensure up-to-date inventory counts
• Garbage removal and other housekeeping duties
• Research and create blend templates for specialty products for use by sales staff and management
• Answer customer and internal questions regarding quality and quality control issues
• Prepare samples for external testing
• Collect product samples at various Lafarge and customer sites
• Perform other requested tasks

Weekly

• Ensure all test results are entered in the aggQC database before Friday end-of-day
• Ensure test results are e-mailed out to appropriate distribution groups

Monthly

• Prepare month-end quality summaries for QA Supervisor
• Prepare monthly sales workbook for sales staff, management, and dispatch
• Prepare monthly quality summaries of requested products for sales staff / external customers

Dimensions

• Reports to QA Supervisor and Plant Manager
• Direct Reports : 0

Qualification Profile

Education

Secondary School Education or equivalent, or an acceptable combination of education and work experience.

Experience and Skill Set

• Physically fit - able to lift 50-70 lbs. on a regular basis
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Intermediate MS-Excel skills
• Ability to work in both an outdoor and office environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills; a self-starter
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Highly motivated, able to quickly build and maintain positive working relationships
• Ability to maintain composure in dealing with difficult situations; demonstrates positive customer service attitude
• Previous industry related experience

Compensation and benefits :

• Employee wellness program
• Matching RRSP
• Pension
• Health benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• Rate of pay : $23 - $27 per hour, commensurate with knowledge and experience.

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.