QC Technician

Martin Marietta; Blue Ridge (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a QC Technician for Blue Ridge Quarry in Virginia to safely sample and test aggregate materials under supervision. The role emphasizes accuracy, reporting, and adherence to prescribed standards while working with laboratory equipment.

The position requires travel between quarry locations and maintaining test data in AggQC, with duties spanning setup, sampling, testing, and instrument calibration.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years' experience in quality control in an aggregate or construction environment (preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Technical degree preferred.
• State certification for aggregate field and laboratory testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and routine laboratory testing of aggregate material under supervision.
• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation (agitators, scales, ovens).
• Obtain material samples from production facilities (conveyors, stockpiles, rail cars, customer sites).
• Report and communicate test results internally and externally (DOT and other customers).
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment; keep test data files and records (AggQC).
• Assist in training co-workers as needed; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree (preferred)

Tools

AggQC

Laboratory equipment (scales/ovens)

Job description

Career Development Framework ("CDF") Information

Band Description

• Performs operational or manual tasks, primarily in manufacturing, supply chain or operational environments
• Typically performs unskilled or semi-skilled work
• Typically, does not require vocational training or a university degree
• Has little or no prior relevant training or work experience
• Works under close supervision with little autonomy
• Works with clearly defined methods and tasks that are described in detail

Career Development Framework ("CDF") Information

Band Description

• Performs operational or manual tasks, primarily in manufacturing, supply chain or operational environments
• Typically performs unskilled or semi-skilled work
• Typically, does not require vocational training or a university degree

Career Level Description

• Has little or no prior relevant training or work experience
• Works under close supervision with little autonomy
• Works with clearly defined methods and tasks that are described in detail

What To Expect

Martin Marietta is seeking a QC Technician to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently sampling and performing routine laboratory testing of aggregate material under the supervision of the Site Manager or other designated personnel. The QC Technician will ensure that all products are consistent with prescribed standards and specifications. This position requires travel from the quarry to other locations.

Blue Ridge Quarry

Blue Ridge, Virginia

Hours: 7AM - 7PM, weekends as necessary

A Typical Day For A(n) QC Technician May Include

• Using prescribed standards to determine chemical and/or physical characteristics for quality control purposes and to determine conformity to specifications
• Setting up, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instrumentations such as agitators, scales, ovens, and other lab equipment as required
• Working around industrial equipment and machinery to obtain material samples from production facilities such as conveyors, stockpiles, rail cars and/or customer sites
• Reporting and communicates test results internally and externally (DOT and other customers as required)
• Cleaning, maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment
• Inspecting stockpiles for proper construction and haul units for cleanliness
• Maintaining test data files and records test results in AggQC and/or standardized forms
• Investigating and resolves customer technical problems under the guidance of designated personnel as needed
• Aiding in the training of co-workers as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor

You May Be a Good Fit If You

• Possess a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience to perform the responsibilities associated with this position
• Have two (2) years' experience in quality control in an aggregate or construction environment (preferred)
• Have a Technical degree (preferred)
• Are State certified for aggregate field and laboratory testing (preferred)