Quality Control Specialist

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta in Olathe, KS is hiring a Quality Control Specialist to sample and test aggregate materials at the Olathe Quarry. The role requires setting up and operating lab equipment, recording results, and communicating findings to management and clients, including the DOT. Certification and experience in aggregate testing are preferred.

The position operates in open pit and indoor lab environments with local travel, and involves safety-focused, independent work within a team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; state certification for aggregate/material testing.
• MODOT certification is required.
• 2+ years in quality control in aggregate/soils/construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment.
• Collect samples from conveyors, stockpiles, and sites.
• Record and maintain test results in AggQC or standardized forms.
• Report results to management, DOT, and customers as required.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Investigate plant process controls related to product specs.
• Travel locally as regular duty

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Computer skills

Safety oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Education

High School diploma

State certification (aggregate/mat’l testing)

MODOT certification

Tools

AggQC software

Job description

Conducts quality assurance audits assuring company standards are maintained and product integrity is preserved. Consults with management to resolve quality and efficiency problems. Functions as an information source to various company departments when special and critical quality issues occur.Martin Marietta is currently looking for a Quality Control Specialist to be responsible for sampling and performing routine laboratory testing of aggregate materials. The QC Specialist uses prescribed standards to determine gradational and/or physical characteristics for quality control purposes and determine conformity to specifications. This position will be at our Olathe Quarry.Essential FunctionsSet up, adjustment and operation of laboratory equipment and instruments such as laboratory shakers, scales, ovens and other lab equipment required.Work in and around aggregate processing plants to obtain material samples from conveyors, stockpiles and/or customer sites.Record and maintain test results in AggQC and/or standardized forms.Report and communicate test results internally and externally (Management, DOT, and other customers as required).Clean, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.Inspect stockpiles for proper construction and loadout procedures.Assist in investigating and resolving plant process controls as related to product specifications.Successful completion and maintain Certified Aggregate Technician training with the MODOT Certified Aggregate Producer Program.Education and ExperienceHigh School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required; .State certified for aggregate, material testing or construction field and/or laboratory testing; ability to obtain MODOT certification required.Minimum of 2 years' experience in quality control in an aggregate, soils or construction environment preferred.Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsProficient in MS Office and computer skillsMust have professional and technical approachProactive in safetyWorks well independently as well as in a team environmentWork EnvironmentThis is a full-time position that may require long hours and weekend work. This job operates in open pit, as well as indoor laboratory environments. This role has regular local travel. No overnight travel requiredPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.