Quality Control Lab Technician

Lafarge Africa Plc; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials producer is seeking a Ready-Mix Quality Control Technician for a project in Texas City, TX. The role involves testing concrete and aggregate samples, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining quality standards. Candidates should possess basic computer and math skills, with a preference for those holding a technical degree or relevant experience in QC testing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Retirement Savings: 401(k)

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

Holistic Health & Well-being programs

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Paid time off & paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain ACI concrete and aggregate certifications as required.
• Three years in QC testing of construction materials in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Collects and tests concrete and aggregate samples using routine methods.
• Performs routine testing of aggregate samples and basic concrete QC tests.
• Enters data into the aggregate and concrete quality reporting system.

Skills

basic computer skills

basic math skills

excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

two-year technical degree

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

Holcim US, one of the largest construction materials producers in the world, is recruiting a full-time Ready-Mix Quality Control Technician for our new project in Texas City, TX. New hires must train in Port Arthur for a few weeks before the Texas City project starts, which lasts 18 months.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Collects and tests concrete and aggregate samples using routine methods and basic arithmetic computations
• Must adhere to all local, state, MSHA, and environmental regulations as outlined in the Employee Safe Work Guidelines bookletand any/all rules or information provided by the Company or customer sites
• Performs all responsibilities safely
• Performing routine testing of aggregate samples (quartering samples, running gradations, washes, moistures, and picking deleterious material)
• Performing basic concrete QC tests: slump, air, temperature, sampling, cylinders, and unit weight
• Testing concrete strength specimens
• Assisting in the preparation and testing of laboratory concrete trial batches
• Entering data into the aggregate and concrete quality reporting system
• Calibrating lab equipment
• Performing routine housekeeping of the laboratory
• Performing all other projects and duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• basic computer skills, including basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• basic math skills
• basic knowledge of statistics
• ability to obtain ACI concrete and aggregate certifications as required
• excellent driving record
• must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• two-year technical degree preferred or three years in QC testing of construction materials in lieu of education

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day
  

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment thatall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.