QA/QC Construction Inspector

NEBCO, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to oversee the production of prestressed and precast products. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with contract specifications and quality standards. You will monitor the entire production process, conduct inspections, and perform tests to guarantee product integrity. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for on-the-job training and a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans and paid time off. If you are passionate about quality and safety in construction, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

On the Job Training

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; one year experience in construction field.
• Some college with drafting emphasis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor prestressed/precast production for compliance with specifications.
• Inspect forms, monitor concrete batching, and perform quality checks.
• Submit samples for laboratory testing and maintain lab facilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility to work irregular hours

Ability to read and interpret safety rules

Evaluate work product for quality compliance

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college with drafting emphasis

Tools

ACI Level I certification

PCI certifications

Job description

Company Background

Founded in 1908, NEBCO, Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business with more than 1,100 employees and 50 locations throughout Nebraska. NEBCO supplies the construction industry with ready mixed concrete and concrete-related materials. The NEBCO group of companies are also active in road construction, traffic control, mining, real estate development and management, and construction surety bonding. The company owns a short line railroad, Quarry Oaks Golf Club, and the Lincoln Saltdogs baseball team. NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information, visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Position Summary

This position monitors the entire process of prestressed/precast products manufactured or processed by Concrete Industries and other NEBCO companies to ensure compliance with contract specifications. The role involves adhering to the Company Safety Program and Policies, performing duties safely, and maintaining consistent and reliable attendance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Monitor the entire process of prestressed/precast production, including:

• Pre-pour: inspecting forms for dimensional tolerances, monitoring stressing of cable for accuracy of jack pressure and elongation, ensuring all accessories are accurately placed and secured, and verifying proper concrete mix has been ordered.
• Pour in process: visually checking each batch of concrete for batching errors, making test cylinders, performing fresh concrete tests, and monitoring placement accuracy.
• Post Pour: ensuring concrete cylinders achieve specified strength before forms are stripped, performing final inspections, measuring dimensions, and verifying proper product identification. Report variances from prints that are out of tolerance.

Test materials used in manufacturing and products produced by NEBCO companies.

Perform maintenance and cleanup of lab facilities and equipment as directed.

Examine company records for product size, weight, and test results.

Inspect products for compliance with order specifications and quality control standards.

Submit samples for laboratory testing as per procedures.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED; and one year experience in a related construction field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Some college with drafting emphasis is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid NE Driver’s license.
• ACI Level I certification preferred; PCI certifications up to Level II preferred or obtainable within one year of employment.

Skills and Abilities

• Attention to detail and supporting quality standards.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours during busy seasons.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instructions, and manuals.
• Evaluate work product for quality compliance.
• Computer literacy.

Benefits

• Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program with additional days off opportunity
• On the Job Training

Employment Conditions

Candidate must meet all qualifications, task frequency, PPE requirements, and pass pre-employment background, reference checks, and post-offer drug/alcohol testing as applicable.