Quality Control Lead

Amrize; Smithland (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre-tax and Roth options

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life保险

Holistic Health & Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs

Vision and voluntary benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. seeks a Quality Control Lead to perform material QC tests (sand/rock) per ASTM and AASHTO standards in a multi-site setting. You will conduct lab and field sampling and maintain QA/QC documentation for state and customer specs.

The role requires at least two years in materials QC, proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Google apps, and the ability to travel and work overtime. Join a safety-focused team building North America’s infrastructure.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED; two years of post-secondary technical education or course work in sciences that deal with laboratory functions.
• This is a great entry level position for a Geology, Chemistry or Earth Sciences graduate.
• Experience working in varying weather elements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out ongoing lab and field sampling. Testing to ensure material produced and shipped meet State, project and customer specifications.
• Conduct in-depth problem-solving, data and trend analysis and troubleshooting, reporting results associated with aggregate material performance.
• Assist with documentation of material control plans and material performance data, procedures and project-specific quality control.
• Performs some service, repair, and calibration of laboratory and field testing equipment.
• Update Quality Control databases and spreadsheets and provide report summaries or analyses as needed.
• Train new employees within the region on QC policies, processes and guidelines.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Report analysis

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Technical sciences coursework

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Google applications

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build your ambition.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Quality Control Leadand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be responsible for performing quality control tests on materials (sand/rock) for specific product linesusing ASTM and AASHTO standards.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Carry out ongoing lab and field sampling. Testing to ensure that material produced and shipped meet State,project and customer specifications
• Conducts in depth problem-solving, detail data and trend analysis and troubleshooting, reporting resultsassociated with aggregate material performance.
• Assist with the documentation of material control plans and material performance data, procedures andproject-specific quality control.
• Performs some service, repair, and calibration of laboratory and field testing equipment
• Carries out regular updates to appropriate Quality Control and Quality Assurance test databases andspreadsheets and provide report summaries or analyses as needed.
• Trains new employees within the region on QC policies, processes and guidelines
• Investigates out-of-spec results, recommends and implements corrective actions
• Ensures that SOPs, certifications and testing documentation are accurate and up to date
• Self-motivated with a solid work ethic
• Highly dependable, ability to work cooperatively in fast paced environment.
• Ability to learn plant flow and plant operations.
• Observe and enforce all Amrize US Safety Standards, Advisories, and Policies.
• Be a responsible advocate for on-the-job safety and the environment.
• Provide “troubleshooting” guidance and advice, for various customers both internal and external.
• Work under general / minimal supervision; customarily works with limited supervision.
• Ability to travel to multi region location and work overtime as required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• 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

Education: High School diploma/GED; two years of post-secondary technical education or course work inSciences that deal with laboratory functions in preferred. This is a great entry level position for a Geology,Chemistry or Earth Sciences graduate.

Required Work Experience: Experience working in varying weather elements preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• At least two years of experience as materials Q.C. Laboratory Technician preferred.
• Ability to learn the basic operations of aggregate plants.
• Computer proficiency including MS Word, Excel and Google applications
• Ability to lift and carry 50lbs over uneven ground for a distanc
• This job requires shift work, callouts, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekend and holiday work.
• Employees may have the work schedule adjusted on short notice.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize 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

Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, 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. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all 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. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

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 email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.