Quality Control Technician – Level 1

INNOCON INC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading concrete solutions provider in Toronto is seeking a QC Technician to ensure the quality of concrete production and shipping. Candidates should possess secondary education with construction experience and effective communication skills. This role involves risk analysis and collaborating with operation teams. The position offers a supportive work environment and requires availability for shift work.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Collaborative work culture

Company-provided PPE

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction materials industry is ideal.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proficient in Windows-based software.

Responsibilities

• Implement quality control for the production and shipping of concrete.
• Conduct risk analysis for lab and field activities.
• Enter and analyze testing results using QC software.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

Secondary education with construction experience

Post-secondary in Civil technology or engineering

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

What We Do

We are a quality oriented, innovation driven solutions provider for your concrete needs. Throughout the years we have developed a strong reputation based on our consistent focus on quality and service. Excellent coverage from our ready-mix plants throughout the Greater Toronto Area allows us to provide the highest level of service to all our customers.

Every day Innocon delivers concrete to hundreds of construction projects in the Greater Toronto Area, ranging from small house renovations to the biggest high-rise buildings in Canada. We have a team that takes time to understand the needs of our clients in order to provide the most cost effective solution. Our sales, quality and management teams interact with clients and contractors at every stage of the construction process, and our knowledge of the industry plays an important role in our product development.

We are dedicated to continuous innovation with the support of our joint owners Amrize and Lehigh, both world leaders in construction materials, to bring our clients world-class concrete solutions. Our new concretes attain new levels of technical performance and anticipate changing industry requirements. Each new product is designed to be more effective in the construction process and help our clients achieve greater success.

Our core values include respect for people and respect for our environment. We hold ourselves to the highest Health and Safety standards, ensuring that our actions today do not limit the possibilities of future generations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The QC Technician is responsible for safely implementing quality control for the production and shipping of Innocon products. The main goal of the technician is to ensure the quality and consistency of the concrete, provide logistics support on site, and help resolve any issues that may arise.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Work in a safe and effective manner, following the Innocon Safety Program and applicable legislation.
• Be directly involved in risk analysis for lab and field activities, and the development and application of improvement plans related to Health & Safety and ergonomics.
• Ensure the Quality Plan for produced and shipped materials is applied across the local area.
• Enter all testing results into the QC software and analyze them.
• Share testing results with Operations teams to ensure products comply with specifications.
• Provide site logistics support and act as a liaison between the customer and the business.
• Test plastic concrete for air, slump, temperature, and mold concrete cylinders.
• Assist in administrative activities and ensure all documentation is updated to maintain RMCAO Certification.
• Participate in corrective/preventive action plans to improve quality.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Secondary education with construction experience. Post-secondary education in Civil technology, engineering, or equivalent is a plus.
• Experience in the construction materials industry (aggregates, asphalt, and concrete) is ideal.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to build good relationships internally and with customers.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Driven, proactive, with high accountability, and self-motivated.
• Good computer skills for Windows-based software.
• Minimum G2 Driver's License

Additional Requirements

• The role requires working evenings and nights.
• Must be able to work in outdoor and indoor environments in all weather conditions.
• Availability for shift work is required, including potential overtime and weekend work to meet customer demands.
• Able to perform moderate to heavy lifting, bending, reaching, and carrying.
• The role involves handling cements, aggregates, concrete, and lab equipment.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Innocon approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Innocon Inc.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Innocon, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We\'re seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward.

Innocon is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person