Construction Inspector- 1st Shift

Fabcon Precast; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabcon Precast in Michigan is seeking a Quality Technician to inspect concrete products at various production stages, ensuring quality and reliability of daily output.

You will perform pre-manufacture inspections, enter data into the computer system, report issues to Production or Quality Management, and help improve materials and processes.

A high school diploma and basic PC skills are required; strong attention to detail, good communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Basic PC skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and/or production drawings.
• Analytical and math skills; basic understanding of test measurements.
• Problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-manufacture inspections and during/after production to ensure quality.
• Enter production and quality data into the computer system.
• Identify, document, and report quality problems to Production or Quality Management.
• Look for opportunities to improve materials, processes, and products.
• Maintain lab and testing area cleanliness and equipment.
• Collaborate with production and yard teams to support timely inspections.
• Lead by example with core values such as honesty and integrity.
• Work as a team player and pursue daily continuous learning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Team player

Continuous learning

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Blueprints/Production Drawings

Job description

Description

Purpose/Scope

The Quality Technician i nspects heavy duty concrete products (ex: walls, beams, columns), at various stages of production to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of all products made daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 5am Start Time
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all published/posted safety policies .
• Performs all aspects of the pre-manufacture inspection process , and during and after P roduction to meet Q uality requirements .
• Accurately enters P roduction and Q uality data into computer system .
• Identify, document, and report any Q uality problems to P roduction or Quality Management .
• Look for opportunities to improve material, processes, and products .
• Ensures cleanliness of the lab, testing areas, and equipment .
• Leads by example when displaying the core values , honesty, integrity, work ethic, and respect for others .
• Treats production and yard teams as the customer when performing timely inspections on products and processes .
• Works as a team player .
• Strives to better himself/herself daily through continuous learning and devel oping other ’ s technical knowledge .

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma

Other Required Qualifications

• Basic PC skills, such as using Microsoft Word and Excel .
• Strong attention to detail .
• Good verbal and written communication skills .
• Ability to read blueprints and/or P roduction D rawings .
• Ability to perform analytical and math functions .
• Basic understanding of test measurements .
• Problem-solving skills .

Preferred Qualifications

Experience performing concrete tests .

Physical Requirements

• Office: Move 25 lbs . (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time .
• Plant/Yard: Move minimum of 50 lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection .

Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Midwest and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkways .

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