Quality Assurance and Testing Technician

Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Barkman Concrete Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of precast concrete. We have sustained growth through the contributions of our team members’ commitment to customer service, quality, and innovative products.

We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance and Testing Technician to join our team on a full-time basis in Steinbach, MB. This role plays a critical part in ensuring all wet cast concrete products meet internal specifications, industry standards, and production performance expectations. The technician acts as a key link between mix design, batch plant operations, and production, while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.

At Barkman Concrete we focus on:

People: A positive attitude, a willingness to help co-workers, being punctual with a commitment to good attendance and the ability to work with others to problem-solve.

Quality: An eye for detail, taking pride in your workmanship. A high level of commitment and a “can-do” attitude towards quality.

Capacity: Understanding the importance of time management and work ethic towards getting tasks completed to meet necessary requirements with high-quality standards.

The role as a Quality Assurance and Testing Technician will include, but is not limited to:

• Perform plastic concrete testing including slump/flow, air content, temperature, and visual assessments
• Cast, cure, and test compression cylinders in accordance with applicable standards
• Verify that concrete mixes meet both plastic and hardened performance specifications
• Routinely visit production areas to evaluate mix performance, including flowability, segregation, finishing, and temperature conditions
• Collaborate with production staff to assess mix behavior and identify potential issues early
• Adjust admixture dosages within approved limits and accurately document all changes in collaboration with batching technician
• Maintain and manage the wet cast testing database, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready
• Monitor test results and identify trends impacting quality or consistency
• Verify batch plant compliance, including mix recipes, material dosing, and water adjustments
• Monitor and calibrate aggregate moisture probes, including performing daily aggregate bake-outs
• Review aggregate sieve tests and gradation data to ensure compliance with specifications
• Interpret engineering and shop drawings to support quality and inspection requirements
• Support inspections, audits, and certification processes as required
• Develop working knowledge of batching systems within multiple plants
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve mix performance, production efficiency, and product consistency
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly with production and technical teams
• Infrequent travel as required to other locations to perform the duties of the role

The ideal candidate will have:

• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 (required; training may be provided)
• Strong understanding of concrete materials, mix designs, and admixture systems
• Experience with concrete testing procedures and quality control practices
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and shop drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work closely with production teams
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills
• Physical ability to walk, stand, and lift as required in a plant environment
• Experience in a manufacturing or precast concrete environment is considered an asset
• Familiarity with batch plant systems and processes is considered an asset

Barkman offers you group insurance, a retirement savings plan, and product discounts. Wages will be dependent on education, skills, and experience. To learn more about our company and products visit

Applicants are requested to submit their resumes as soon as possible. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for an interview throughout the process.