Quality Control Technician – Concrete Materials (Entry-Level)

Smyrna Ready Mix LLC; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

No Sunday shifts

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Team culture

Job summary

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is hiring Quality Control Technicians to help ensure our concrete meets high industry standards for various projects. The role supports both entry-level and experienced candidates with on-the-job training and opportunities to obtain certification.

Responsibilities include testing materials, interpreting results, and maintaining meticulous records, with shifts including day and overnight pours.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work variable shifts, including day and overnight.
• On-the-job training is provided for those new to quality control or concrete industry.
• ACI certification, or willingness to obtain it, is a plus.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished ready mix concrete using industry-standard methods.
• Interpret test results and compare them to established specifications and control limits.
• Conduct visual inspections of concrete products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues.
• Deliver quality control training to production staff as directed by management or technical services.
• Maintain accurate records of tests, analyses, and quality-related activities.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and regulations to help improve our quality control processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

MS Office

Quality management software

Education

Degree in Materials Science/Construction Mgmt

Tools

Quality management software

MS Office

Job description

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is hiring Quality Control Technicians to help ensure our concrete meets high industry standards for various projects. The role supports both entry-level and experienced candidates with on-the-job training and opportunities to obtain certification.

Responsibilities include testing materials, interpreting results, and maintaining meticulous records, with shifts including day and overnight pours.