Quality Control Technician

CRH; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture for growth and development

Job summary

CRH is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Circleville, Ohio, to perform tests on asphalt mixes and aggregates, ensuring compliance with specifications. Responsibilities include monitoring the quality of hot mix asphalt and communicating adjustments to paving personnel.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and a strong ability for laboratory testing. CRH offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including health and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out standardized laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM/AASHTO standards.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to obtain ODOT Testing Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests on aggregate and asphalt mix to determine composition.
• Monitor temperature, thickness, and density of pavements.
• Communicate with technicians regarding mix specifications.

Skills

Laboratory testing skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Density meter

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job ID: 524963

Position Overview

Conduct tests on aggregate and/or asphalt mix to determine composition and consistency with required specifications. Assist in adjustment of mix composition to ensure asphalt mix within specifications. Monitor temperature, thickness, density and overall condition of pavements during installation. Assist and make recommendations in the process of the installation of HMA. Quality Control Technicians usually perform their duties during a shift that varies with the operation of the business, may include night work, and usually involves overtime. Duties are performed under limited or no supervision.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Testing materials in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
• Identify and become familiar with various mix specifications requirements.
• Monitor the quality of hot mix asphalt for and on specific jobs in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
• Test materials to determine specific requirements such as weight, gravity, temperature, thickness, and gradation of mix components.
• Communicate with other technicians regarding mix specifications and test results.
• Input test result data into computers in laboratories and remote locations.
• Monitor the quality of hot mix asphalt pavement.
• Must use and calibrate a density meter.
• Communicate and assist paving personnel in adjusting processes to conform to specifications.
• Report and communicate test results ethically, adhering to The Shelly Company Ethics Policy.
• Must possess or have the ability to learn basic computer software skills, such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equal skill level. Ability to carry out standardized laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM and AASHTO standards. Knowledge and understanding of basic operating procedures and mechanics of asphalt plant. Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to, but not limited to, safety, the environment and transportation. Ability to detect safety hazards and malfunctions and respond accordingly. Ability to operate a two-way radio. Must have the ability to obtain Level 2 and/or 3 ODOT Testing Certifications within a reasonable amount of time.

Language Skills

Ability to read English language sufficiently to read information contained in specifications, reports, manuals and regulations.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform intermediate mathematical skills, including basic algebra, geometry, and shop math.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Walking up to ten miles per day, occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and traveling over irregular terrain. Functions also usually involve frequent sitting and standing. Performance of some tasks or operation of some equipment may require motor coordination, finger dexterity, eye‑hand‑foot coordination and color discrimination. Individuals must be able to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, without posing a direct threat to the health safety of the individual or to others.

Work Environment

The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may require protective equipment. The employee will be continuously work with others. The employee will occasionally work in hot, cold, wet weather. They might occasionally be exposed to noise and moving equipment.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.