Quality Control Specialist

00002 Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Quality Control Specialist to perform sampling and routine laboratory testing of aggregate materials at the Woodbine Quarry, applying prescribed standards to determine gradational and physical characteristics for quality control and conformity to specifications.

The role involves setting up and operating laboratory equipment, collecting samples from conveyors and stockpiles, recording results, and communicating findings to management and customers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; state certification for aggregate/material testing preferred.
• Ability to obtain MODOT certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Obtain material samples from conveyors, stockpiles, and customer sites.
• Record and maintain test results in AggQC or standardized forms.
• Report test results to management, DOT, and 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 related to product specifications.
• Complete and maintain MODOT Certified Aggregate Technician training.

Job description

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 Woodbine Quarry.

Essential Functions

• Set 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 Experience

High 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 Abilities

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proficient in MS Office and computer skills. Must have professional and technical approach. Proactive in safety. Works well independently as well as in a team environment.

Work Environment

This 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 required.

Physical Demands

While 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 Duties

Please 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.

Company Culture

Every member of our ONE Martin Marietta team is driven by our shared values of safety, integrity, excellence, community and stewardship. We are a member of the S&P 500 Index and a leading supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials. Through a network of operations spanning 29 states, Canada and the Bahamas, our teammates supply the foundational resources on which our communities thrive and grow. Our Specialties business provides high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications. In a world that's focused on the power of many, we believe in the power of ONE – the magic of bringing together our unique perspectives, experiences and talents to evolve a shared vision and future. Our backgrounds may vary, but our voices come together in support of the same goals. We want to build legacies for ourselves and our loved ones, strengthen our communities and safely and responsibly engage in work we know will make a difference.