QC Tech I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Wellness program

Pension plan with company contribution

Training and career development

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a field and laboratory quality control technician to collect aggregate samples, perform tests, and document results. You will support production teams and troubleshoot quality concerns on-site across production, stockpiles, and depots.

The role requires a diploma or degree in civil/materials technology with 1–2 years’ experience in aggregates or related fields, and a valid Class 5 driver’s license. Collaboration with operations and customers is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Materials Technology, Construction Materials, or a related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in aggregate, mining, construction materials, or quality control environments.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

CSA/ASTM testing methods

Driver's license

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Materials Technology or Construction Materials

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.