Quality Control Technician — Materials Lab & Field Testing

Amrize; Elburn (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) options

Medical & dental

Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Educational assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize in Elburn, IL is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform lab and field testing in accordance with ASTM/AASHTO standards. You will report results, analyze data, and support quality initiatives across multiple plants in the region.

You’ll conduct equipment calibration, maintain test databases, and assist with development of material control plans while working with a safety-focused team. The role requires physical ability and flexibility to meet customer needs, including Saturdays

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years work experience in QA.
• 2+ years experience as materials QC Lab Technician preferred.
• Illinois DOT Aggregate Technician Certificate or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• MSHA certificate or ability to obtain in 6 months through Amrize training.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work Saturdays during busy season.

Responsibilities

• Carries out ongoing lab and field sampling and testing to ensure materials meet specifications.
• Assist with development, administration and documentation of material control plans and data.
• Perform service, repair and calibration of laboratory and field testing equipment.
• Update QC/QA databases and provide report summaries as needed.
• Learn basic operations of cement, asphalt or aggregate plants.
• Provide troubleshooting guidance for internal and external customers.
• Offer technical material performance support for all plants in the region.
• Recommend plant changes to ensure conformance and consistency.
• Assist superintendents and managers as required.

Skills

Quality control

Lab testing

Data analysis

Calibration

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Amrize in Elburn, IL is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform lab and field testing in accordance with ASTM/AASHTO standards. You will report results, analyze data, and support quality initiatives across multiple plants in the region.

You’ll conduct equipment calibration, maintain test databases, and assist with development of material control plans while working with a safety-focused team. The role requires physical ability and flexibility to meet customer needs, including Saturdays