Quality Control Coop

Lafarge Africa Plc; Kingston; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to manage product quality control and processes. This role involves ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction through effective monitoring and testing of concrete and aggregates. You'll have the opportunity to engage with customers, support sales, and contribute to safety and quality audits. Join a forward-thinking company that values diverse perspectives and offers pathways for growth in technical, managerial, or frontline roles. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Manage product quality control and quality processes effectively.
• Ensure product performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Implement Lafarge Safety Policies and comply with legislation.
• Test and monitor concrete and aggregate quality.
• Provide technical support to sales and operations.

Skills

Product Quality Control

Cost Management

Concrete Performance Monitoring

Customer Support

Troubleshooting

Education

College student in Civil Engineering

Technology or related field

Tools

Quadrel

Command software

Job description

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Holcim is planning to spin off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by infrastructure modernization, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operations, and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its headquarters in the US to serve the North American market and pursue regional growth strategies.

The newly listed company aims to become North America’s leading building solutions provider, with an industry-leading market position to meet customer ambitions with advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Objective:

Manage Product Quality Control and Quality Processes effectively to ensure product performance, cost management, optimal reserve utilization, and customer satisfaction.

This position starts in May 2025.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

• Implement Lafarge Safety Policies and comply with government legislation.
• Induct visitors to the Quality Lab or site as required.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses for QC tasks and implement action items.
• Execute and improve Lab/QC Safety Plans.

Concrete Mix Management and Performance:

• Test and monitor concrete and aggregate quality; report monthly to the QC team.
• Ensure all products meet relevant codes, standards, and specifications.
• Implement Lafarge Quality Program, including sampling, testing, and reporting.
• Monitor and communicate concrete performance, investigate variances, and establish corrective actions.
• Align sales and operations to meet customer expectations.
• Participate in QC planning and activities.
• Use Quadrel and Command software effectively.
• Perform lab trials for new mixes/products.
• Provide technical support to sales, dispatch, and operations.

Human Resources:

• Contribute to developing site-specific product knowledge for operations staff.

Technical Support:

• Participate in quality audits and develop action plans for improvement.
• Support customers and investigate quality incidents.
• Engage with customers to ensure product performance and gather innovation ideas.
• Promote Lafarge VAP products with the VAP rep.
• Utilize resources efficiently and control costs.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Safety, Product Performance, Customer Support, Quality Control, Troubleshooting, Cost Management, Quality Policies, and Training.

Qualification Profile:

College student in Civil Engineering, Technology, or related field.

We thank you for your interest. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Lafarge supports employment equity and encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Lafarge Canada Inc. is committed to accessibility and accommodations are available upon request.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE

At Lafarge, you have opportunities to grow in technical, managerial, or frontline roles. We value diverse perspectives, ideas, and skills to build a sustainable future together.