Quality Control Field Technician

CRH; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability cover

Group retirement savings program

Inclusive culture and growth potential

Job summary

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH company, is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to sample asphalt products and ensure they meet required tests. You will coordinate daily/weekly sampling with management, plant personnel and inspectors to obtain samples and mix designs, and monitor production procedures.

The position requires self-motivation, adherence to safety standards (OSHA), accurate documentation, and flexibility for schedule and travel.

Qualifications

• Coordinates daily/weekly sampling with management, plant personnel and inspectors.
• Clear understanding of asphalt procedures/production.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
• Ensure safety standards per OSHA guidelines.
• Prepare and submit documentation to Quality Control personnel.
• Ability to evaluate test results and address problems.

Responsibilities

• Sample asphalt product to ensure it meets required tests.
• Maintain courteous and professional conduct with co-workers and customers.
• Adhere to PPE policies and keep PPE in good condition.
• Be flexible with schedule changes and possible travel or overtime.

Skills

Scheduling with management

Asphalt procedures

Self-motivated

OSHA guidelines

Documentation

Team collaboration

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WVDOH Asphalt Plant Technician certification

Job description

Job ID: 529499

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH company, is one of West Virginia’s premier grading and paving contractors in the state. Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc. performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete and more. Quarry operations are also a vital part of our business. Privately owned and operated until joining the CRH family in 2000, Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc. has been servicing residents of West Virginia with the foremost paving services for decades. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Quality Control Lab Technician

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Job Description Summary

Employee responsible for sampling asphalt product to ensure the product meets required tests.

Requirements

• Partners and coordinates daily/weekly scheduling with management, plant personnel and crewmembers, as well as, Department of Transportation inspectors to obtain necessary samples and mix designs.
• Clear understanding of asphalt procedures/production.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must partner with other members of staff reporting to Quality Control Manager to ensure quality control specifications are met, as well as daily production schedules/estimates.
• Knowledge to ensure ethical behavior and safety standards as required by the company and OSHA guidelines.
• Ability to prepare and submit proper documentation to the appropriate Quality Control personnel.
• Must understand how to evaluate test results and address problems when they arise.\
• Attitude/Cooperation: Must always maintain a courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes. Overtime work required. Out of town/county/state work may be required.
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completion.
• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in functional condition.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Must pass drug test and background check.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred, but not required.
• WVDOH Asphalt Plant Technician certification preferred, but not required (will eventually need to acquire).
• Other state certifications as required.

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.

EOE/Vet/Disability

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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