QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - Missoula, MT

Knife River Corporation; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Montana is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Missoula team. The role focuses on testing aggregate, asphalt, and concrete materials and documenting results in a timely manner.

The position requires WAQTC Aggregate/Asphalt and ACI Concrete testing certifications or ability to obtain them, basic math and computer skills, and a valid driver's license. You may work up to seven days a week and travel for short periods as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic mathematics, percentages, and calculations related to material properties.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

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 calibration checks and recordkeeping.
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, orderly work environment.
• Represent Knife River in a professional manner and interact with team members, customers, and inspectors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Math fundamentals

Computer literacy

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN - Missoula, MT

Job Category: Quality Control

Requisition Number: QUALI003469

• Posted : August 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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MISSOULA, MT 59808, USA

• Pay or shift range:
  Not specified

Description

Job Summary

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.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

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.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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