QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - Missoula, MT

Knife River Corporation; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Montana is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Missoula team. The role focuses on standardized testing of aggregate, asphalt, and concrete materials in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT procedures, with results documented promptly.

You will travel occasionally and may work up to 7 days per week; training will be provided for WAQTC and ACI certifications, and you must maintain safety and calibration records while communicating findings to project teams.

Qualifications

• Must obtain WAQTC Aggregate and Asphalt certifications and ACI Concrete testing certification; training provided.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics and material property calculations.
• Basic computer skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Ability to lift samples up to 50 lbs and hold a valid driver''s license.

Responsibilities

• Test materials per ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT procedures.
• Document, log, and report all test results promptly.
• Communicate results and observations to supervisors, project managers, and production team.
• Maintain testing equipment and calibration records.
• Follow safety policies and keep a clean, orderly work environment.
• Represent Knife River Montana professionally to team, customers and inspectors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Mathematics & calculations

Valid driver''s license

Microsoft Office

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Summary

Knife River Montana is looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Missoula, Montana.

Knife River Montana is looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Missoula, Montana.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely perform standardized testing on aggregate, asphalt, and concrete materials in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, and applicable state DOT procedures.
• Accurately document, log, and report all test results in a timely and organized manner.
• Communicate test results and quality control observations clearly to supervisors, project managers, and production Team.
• Maintain testing equipment and tools, including completion of calibration checks and recordkeeping.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a clean, orderly work environment.
• Represent Knife River in a professional manner and interact courteously with team members, customers, and inspectors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

This position requires the availability to work up to 7 days per week as well as varied and extended hours. You may be required to travel out of town for short periods of time.

Qualifications

• Candidates who are not already certified will be required to successfully pass written and practical exams to obtain WAQTC Aggregate and Asphalt certifications, as well as ACI Concrete testing certification. Training will be provided.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics, percentages, and calculations related to material properties.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to lift material samples weighing up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Equal Opportunity

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.