QC Technician

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive growth opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle APG is seeking a Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician in Burnet, TX to monitor and document compliance with QC specifications. The role involves lab testing, sieve analyses of aggregates, and ensuring production weights and formulas meet standards.

The position requires ASC standards knowledge, strong numerical skills, and familiarity with lab equipment, with data tracked in Excel and reports provided to management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent vocational training.
• Familiar with lab equipment and ASTM standards for manufactured concrete products.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and directions.
• Strong numerical skills and data recording abilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing and documents the results as required.
• Performs sieve analysis on aggregates and related products.
• Determines color matching by wet method.
• Performs daily checks on weights and checkweigher.
• Tracks bag weights and analyzes standard deviations.
• Reviews batch tickets to ensure weights meet specifications.
• Ensures correct formulas are used in production and products.
• Enters data into Excel and maintains quality records.
• Prepares daily activity reports for plant management.

Skills

Laboratory data recording

Numerical analysis

Reading manuals

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office software

Job description

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Responsible for monitoring and documenting compliance with the AGP Total Quality Control Program and QC specifications standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing and document the results as required
• Performs sieve analysis on aggregates (concrete, sand, and gravel) and related products on a regular basis
• Determines color matching on products by and wet method
• Performs daily checks on weights & checkweigher on each line with 80 lbs test weight
• Track bag weights and assess for standard deviations
• Reviews batch tickets to ensure that weights meet desired specifications
• Ensures correct formulas are used in production and in all products
• Track outside scale calibration and records
• Sends out Quality Assurance samples for independent testing
• Enters data into Excel spreadsheets and maintains quality records
• Informs Plant Manager of non-conforming products, and provides a daily activity report to the plant manager
• Support in internal and external audits
• Compiles reports for quality control director and plant manager
• Attends team meeting/safety meetings and complies with safety policies
• Keeps lab clean and organized at all times

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent Vocational Training/Certification, other related experience or combination thereof
• Familiar with lab equipment
• Knowledge of ASTM standards for manufactured concrete products
• Knowledge of parts and basic assembly of molds
• Knowledge of concrete product sizes, shapes, and colors
• The ability to record, evaluate, and report resulting data into spreadsheets
• Strong numerical skills
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and directions
• Knowledge of electronics and programmable controllers
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company
• Computer literate experienced with Microsoft Office software
• Experience in a plant manufacturing operation or laboratory is preferred
• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• This position may require a standing position for an extensive amount of time
• Must have average/ordinary visual acuity
• Ability to lift up to 93 lbs

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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affine 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.

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