MRM Quality Control Technician

Middlesex Corp.; Littleton, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Top-tier 401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Middlesex Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Technician to verify the quality, consistency, and compliance of ready mixed concrete and aggregates in Massachusetts. You will perform routine plant and field testing, inspections, and documentation to ensure materials meet DOT and industry standards.

Key requirements include an associate degree, 4–6 years of related experience, and ACI Field/Lab Testing Technician certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• ACI Field Testing Technician – Grade I certification is required.
• ACI Laboratory Testing Technician – Level I certification is required.
• 4–6 years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Safety policies and report all incidents.
• Ensure concrete meets approved mix designs and specifications, focusing on Massachusetts DOT mixes.
• Perform daily plant and field testing of concrete; verify compliance with requirements.
• Adjust air content and slump in the field; communicate adjustments to plant personnel.
• Serve as a liaison between customers, engineers, batch/dispatch teams, and concrete sales on quality matters.
• Conduct routine sampling and testing of aggregates and concrete per specs and standards.
• Maintain accurate quality control documentation and test records.
• Ensure product compliance with Massachusetts and New Hampshire DOT guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of QC testing equipment and supplies.
• Work independently within a routine schedule and prioritize tasks.
• Follow OSHA and MSHA regulations and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree

ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I

ACI Laboratory Testing Technician Level I

4–6 years experience

Job description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The MRM Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality, consistency, and compliance of ready mixed concrete and aggregates produced by Massachusetts Ready Mix. This role performs routine plant and field testing, inspections, and documentation to verify materials meet applicable job specifications, Department of Transportation requirements, and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety, first in everything we do.
• Ensure concrete produced at MRM facilities meets approved mix designs and specification requirements, with a primary focus on Massachusetts Department of Transportation concrete mixes
• Perform daily plant and field testing of concrete, working closely with field superintendents and engineers to verify compliance and prevent material rejections
• Adjust air content and slump in the field and communicate required chemical or water adjustments to plant personnel
• Serve as a point of contact between customers, engineers, batch/dispatch teams, and concrete sales regarding quality-related matters
• Conduct routine sampling and testing of aggregates and concrete in accordance with applicable job specifications and standards
• Perform testing including, but not limited to, gradations, slump, air content, and fabrication of compressive strength samples
• Maintain accurate, timely, and traceable quality control documentation and test records
• Ensure product compliance with Massachusetts and New Hampshire Department of Transportation guidelines
• Maintain inventory of quality control testing equipment and supplies
• Work independently within a routine schedule while effectively prioritizing daily responsibilities
• Follow all OSHA and MSHA regulations, as well as company policies and procedures
• Work safely and collaboratively with operations, plant, and field personnel
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate degree (A.A./A.S.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
• Four to six years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I (Required)
• ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician – Level I (Required)

Necessary Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Ability to work independently and manage routine tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to regulatory guidelines.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.

• Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Middlesex provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.