QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN SHFT

Knife River Corporation; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction materials producer where good pay, benefits, and a supportive team await you! In this role, you'll be responsible for safely collecting and testing materials like crushed stone and asphalt to ensure they meet specifications. You'll work Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to high-quality results while maintaining positive customer relations. If you're self-motivated and enjoy working as part of a team, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Maintain proper certification for testing materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on materials like aggregate and asphalt.
• Collect samples and compile statistical data on test results.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are growing! Our team is made up of hard-working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results to our customers - and we are looking for more!

Role Overview:

This position is responsible for safely collecting samples of crushed stone/aggregate/sand/gravel, asphalt, or concrete to test for conformance to specifications. The candidate must display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

The typical schedule is Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM, with Saturday work as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Safely and properly perform laboratory tests on a variety of materials (Aggregate, Asphalt, and/or Concrete).
2. Collect material samples, identify material, and compile statistical data on test results.
3. Perform necessary tests (e.g., gradations, incinerations, rice tests, Marshall tests, % crushed, etc.).
4. Examine and evaluate data to determine material quality in relation to specifications.
5. Present alternative actions based on evaluations.
6. Perform arithmetic operations and report findings and needed actions.
7. Maintain lab and equipment.
8. Perform daily housekeeping.
9. Conduct finished and in-process inspections.
10. Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Must be self-motivated, a team player, with good interpersonal skills, and able to maintain positive customer relations. Communicate test results to stakeholders.
11. Ensure work activities comply with OSHA, EPA, safety, and environmental regulations. Maintain good housekeeping skills.
12. Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per company policy.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

This position starts at $20.00 per hour and may increase depending on experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Maintain proper certification.

Additional Information

How to Apply: If unable to apply online, mail completed application to: 2220 Hawkeye Drive, Sioux City, IA 51105.

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

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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