QC Technician

CRH; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, disability benefits

Retirement savings plan

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, seeks a Quality Control Technician to test aggregate and asphalt mix, ensuring specifications are met and assisting in mix adjustments during installation. Expect varied shifts, possible nights, and overtime with a safety‑driven environment.

You will document results, communicate with crews, use a density meter, and pursue Level 2/3 ODOT certifications while maintaining basic computer skills in Outlook, Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Ability to read English language sufficiently to read specifications, reports, manuals and regulations.
• Ability to perform intermediate mathematical skills, including basic algebra, geometry, and shop math.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.

Responsibilities

• Test materials for weight, gravity, temperature, thickness, and gradation.
• Monitor quality of hot mix asphalt on projects.
• Input test results into laboratory/computer systems.
• Communicate with technicians and paving personnel on mix specifications.

Skills

Reading English

Math skills

Reasoning abilities

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ODOT Testing Certifications

Density meter

Job description

Position Overview

Conduct tests on aggregate and/or asphalt mix to determine composition and consistency with required specifications. Assist in adjustment of mix composition to ensure asphalt mix is within specifications. Monitor temperature, thickness, density and overall condition of pavements during installation. Assist and make recommendations in the process of installation of HMA. Quality Control Technicians usually perform duties during shifts that vary with the operation of the business, may include night work, and usually involve overtime. Duties are performed under limited or no supervision.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Testing materials in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
• Identify and become familiar with various mix specification requirements.
• Monitor the quality of hot mix asphalt for and on specific jobs in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
• Test materials to determine specific requirements such as weight, gravity, temperature, thickness, and gradation of mix components.
• Communicate with other technicians regarding mix specifications and test results.
• Input test result data into computers in laboratories and remote locations.
• Monitor the quality of hot mix asphalt pavement.
• Must use and calibrate a density meter.
• Communicate and assist paving personnel in adjusting processes to conform to specifications.
• Report and communicate test results ethically, adhering to The Shelly Company Ethics Policy.
• Must possess or have the ability to learn basic computer software skills, such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co‑workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent skill level.
• Ability to carry out standardized laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM and AASHTO standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic operating procedures and mechanics of asphalt plant.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to, but not limited to, safety, the environment and transportation.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and malfunctions and respond accordingly.
• Ability to operate a two‑way radio.
• Must have the ability to obtain Level 2 and/or 3 ODOT Testing Certifications within a reasonable amount of time.

Language Skills

Ability to read English language sufficiently to read information contained in specifications, reports, manuals and regulations.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform intermediate mathematical skills, including basic algebra, geometry, and shop math.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Walking up to ten miles per day, occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and traveling over irregular terrain. Functions also usually involve frequent sitting and standing. Performance of some tasks or operation of some equipment may require motor coordination, finger dexterity, eye‑hand‑foot coordination and color discrimination.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet, humid conditions, airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, dust, irritants, chemicals, and noise. The noise level in the work environment is frequently very loud and may require protective equipment.

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

EEO Statements

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an affirmative 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.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.