Quality Control Technician

Martin Marietta Materials; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education/tuition assistance

Job summary

Martin Marietta in Maple Grove, MN seeks a laboratory technician to support quality control for aggregate production. The role involves operating lab equipment, obtaining samples from conveyors/stockpiles, and recording results in Excel. You will communicate findings to Plant Managers and customers as required.

This is a full-time seasonal position with potential weekend work and safety emphasis. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; technical degree and MN field/lab testing

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required.
• Technical degree preferred.
• State certification for MN aggregate field and laboratory testing preferred but not required.
• Experience in quality control in an aggregate or construction environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate laboratory equipment and instruments such as mechanical shakers, scales, ovens and other lab equipment required.
• Work with industrial equipment and machinery to obtain material samples from production facilities such as conveyors, stockpiles and/or customer sites.
• Record and maintain test results on Excel spreadsheets and/or standardized forms.
• Report and communicate test results internally and externally (Plant Managers, DOT, and other customers as required).
• Clean, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Inspect stockpiles for proper construction.
• Assist in investigating and resolving customer technical problems.

Skills

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Office proficiency

Basic math

Safety mindset

Education

High School diploma / GED

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Set up, adjust and operate laboratory equipment and instruments such as mechanical shakers, scales, ovens and other lab equipment required.
• Work with industrial equipment and machinery to obtain material samples from production facilities such as conveyors, stockpiles and/or customer sites.
• Record and maintain test results on excel spreadsheets and/or standardized forms.
• Report and communicate test results internally and externally (Plant Managers, DOT, and other customers as required).
• Clean, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Inspect stockpiles for proper construction.
• Assist in investigating and resolving customer technical problems.

Education and Experience

High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience required; technical degree preferred.

State certified for aggregate field and laboratory testing in MN preferred but not required

Experience in quality control in an aggregate or construction environment preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A valid, unrestricted driver's license
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office and computer skills
• Must have basic math skills
• Proactive in safety

Work Environment

This is a full-time seasonal position that may require long hours and weekend work. This job operates 100% of the time in a surface mine setting.

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.

Compensation

The hiring range for this position is $23.25 -$32.45 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Education/tuition assistance
• An employee discount program
• Adoption assistance
• Wellness programs
• Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Health Care Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Plan Paid Holidays and Vacation 401(k) with Company matching Pension Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Options Employee Life Insurance Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance Business Travel Accident Insurance Direct Deposit Payroll Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan College Scholarship Program - for dependent children Matching Gift Program New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

About Martin Marietta

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Health Care Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Plan Paid Holidays and Vacation 401(k) with Company matching Pension Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Options Employee Life Insurance Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance Business Travel Accident Insurance Direct Deposit Payroll Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan College Scholarship Program - for dependent children Matching Gift Program New Auto Purchase Discount Plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.