QC Tech I

Heidelberg Materials; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 62,640 - 75,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Pension plan with matching

Training and career development

Global organization opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Canada is seeking a quality-focused technician to collect aggregate samples and perform field and laboratory testing to ensure products meet regulatory and customer specifications. You will document results, support production teams, and participate in quality inspections across sites.

Based in the Metro Vancouver area, the role requires travel to production sites, outdoor sampling, and adherence to safety and QC procedures.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Materials Technology, Construction Materials, or related field preferred, with 1–2 years’ experience in aggregate/mining/quality control.
• Familiarity with CSA and ASTM testing methods and ability to perform lab or field testing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect aggregate samples and perform field and laboratory testing to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Analyze, document, and communicate test results while maintaining accurate records and supporting production teams.
• Conduct quality inspections of production, stockpiles, shipping, and depot materials, including onsite sampling.
• Collaborate with operations, sales, customers, and contractors by providing technical product support and testing results.
• Support continuous improvement through research, product development, process optimization, and quality enhancements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow site safety and QC procedures.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Class 5 Driver's License

Education

Civil Engineering Technology degree

Materials Technology degree

Construction Materials degree

Tools

CSA testing methods

ASTM testing methods

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Collect aggregate samples and perform field and laboratory testing to ensure products meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Analyze, document, and communicate test results while maintaining accurate records and supporting production teams in resolving quality-related issues.
• Conduct quality inspections of production, stockpiles, shipping, and depot materials, including onsite sampling and troubleshooting when quality concerns arise.
• Collaborate with operations, sales, customers, and contractors by providing technical product support, investigating quality concerns, and communicating testing results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through research, product development, process optimization, and identifying opportunities to enhance product quality.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, testing instruments, and safe work practices while following established quality control procedures and site safety standards.

What We Are Looking For

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Materials Technology, Construction Materials, or a related field preferred, with one to two years of experience in aggregate, mining, construction materials, or quality control environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow established testing procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships across operations, production, customers, and contractors.
• Familiarity with CSA and ASTM testing methods and experience performing laboratory or field testing of construction materials is considered an asset.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Work Environment

Work is performed in both laboratory and outdoor industrial environments. Frequent travel to production sites with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and moving equipment. Role involves standing, walking, operating testing equipment, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary: $62,640 - $75,160

• Industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and wellness
• Pension plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions and RRSP options
• Opportunities for training, development, and career growth within a global organization

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials - your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO2 reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions - setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you're not just shaping the industry's future; you're shaping your own. Let's get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.