Quality Control Technician - Mining

Careermine; Woodville Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Olen Corporation seeks a Quality Control Technician to test aggregates and ensure compliance with federal, state, and customer specs. The role collaborates with plant personnel, sales, engineering, and government agencies to maintain quality across production.

Responsibilities include sampling, testing, record-keeping, and government reporting, with travel and variable hours as needed. Strong math, detail, and safety focus are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with basic computer skills.
• Experience in aggregates QC preferred and safety focused.
• ODOT Level 1 and 2 certifications required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Perform aggregate sampling, testing, and analysis.
• Keep accurate records of testing results.
• Maintain laboratory and laboratory supplies.
• Complete governmental and customer reports for test results.
• Communicate testing results to plant, sales, and government agencies.
• Investigate discrepancies between test results and aggregates.

Skills

QC data knowledge

Lab equipment experience

Attention to detail

Production process knowledge

Mathematical skills

Safety compliance

ODOT Level 1 & 2 certification

Education

High School Diploma

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Olen Corporation and Area Aggregates, one of the largest construction aggregates producers in the Midwest, has been a leader in the industry for over 50 years. With multiple locations serving Central, Northeast, and Northwest Ohio, Olen is dedicated to providing top-quality aggregate products, including natural sand, gravel, and limestone, to a diverse range of customers. As an ODOT 1069 prequalified aggregates supplier, Olen sets the standard for quality and service in the industry. Producing over 8 million tons of construction materials each year, Olen is a top thirty-five national producer of quality construction aggregates. Since 1986, Olen has partnered with Kokosing to be one of their top suppliers of construction materials. Committed to excellence, Olen is focused on delivering exceptional customer service while being responsible stewards of the environment and respectful neighbors in the communities we serve.

Job Description

Quality Control Technician

Summary

The QC Technician is responsible for the testing of aggregate to ensure adherence to federal, state, and/or customer specifications. Assuring aggregates production process is within the specification guidelines. This position works with aggregate plant personnel, aggregate sales personnel, construction foreman, engineering and governmental agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform aggregate sampling, testing, and analysis.
• Responsible for keeping accurate records of testing results.
• Responsible for daily cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of laboratory and laboratory supplies.
• Complete governmental and customer reports for test results.
• Communicate testing results to the plant, sales personnel, construction personnel, and government agencies.
• Investigate customer complaints regarding discrepancies between test results and aggregate received.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of aggregate quality control data.
• Experience with aggregate lab equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of aggregate production process and stockpiling practices.
• Possess good mathematical skills.
• Must be capable of operating the assigned machine/equipment in a safe manner so as not to jeopardize their safety, the safety of others around him and all other related equipment.
• Must complete ODOT Level 1 and Level 2 certification.

Physical Demands

• Lifting aggregate samples +/-50 lbs.
• Ability to stand / walk +/-8 hours.
• Exposure to high heat, dust, and noise.

Work Environment

• Variable working hours
• Willing to Travel

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma.
• Microsoft Office applications

Olen offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

Olen is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.