Quality Lab Technician

Quikrete; Newberry (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime opportunities

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation

401K

Job summary

Quikrete is seeking a Quality Lab Technician for our Newberry, FL plant. You will ensure lab equipment operates within specifications and that testing follows current standards, reporting to the Quality Manager and Quality Coordinator.

The role requires operating lab and X-ray equipment, using LDMS/ICMS/Plant Focus, and collaborating with other departments to resolve quality issues. A high school diploma and knowledge of chemistry are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Knowledge of chemistry and mathematics.
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of the cement manufacturing process.
• Ability to evaluate data without supervision.
• Make decisions and communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Work well under the pressure of annual external reference lab inspections and annual proficiency testing.
• Preferred: two-year associate’s degree in related field.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work a 12‑hour rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks in a safe and professional manner in conformance with Plant rules, quality standards and Company policies.
• Perform analysis on samples such as raw material, raw mill, clinker, coal, cement.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is working properly.
• Ensure servicing and training requirements are met for all laboratory equipment.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Report any test results falling outside of KPIs or ASTM / AASHTO specifications.
• Perform adjustments and minor repairs to equipment as required.
• Use LDMS, ICMS, Plant Focus, or other computerized management tools.
• Inspect laboratory and quality control equipment on a regular basis and prepare work orders as required.
• Ensure proper disposal of chemicals and samples.
• Work with other departments to solve quality related problems.
• Sample, split, package, and ship samples for third party testing.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Mathematics knowledge

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

X-ray equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

We are looking for a QUALITY LAB TECHNICIAN to join our Newberry, FL plant. As a Quality Lab Technician with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials the prime objective is to assure that all lab equipment is operating within designed specifications, and lab testing is conducted according to the latest standards. The Lab Tech reports to the Quality Manager and Quality Coordinator. The LT must be able to operate laboratory equipment, X-ray equipment, computer and office equipment, hand tools, dolly, mobile equipment, and all additional tools and equipment required to perform the job.

Why apply

Competitive wages. Opportunities for overtime.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

Responsibilities

Performs all tasks in a safe and professional manner in conformance with Plant rules, quality standards and Company policies.

• Perform analysis on samples such as raw material, raw mill, clinker, coal, cement.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is working properly.
• Ensure servicing and training requirements are met for all laboratory equipment.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Report any test results falling outside of KPIs or ASTM / AASHTO specifications.
• Perform adjustments and minor repairs to equipment as required.
• Use LDMS, ICMS, Plant Focus, or other computerized management tools.
• Inspect laboratory and quality control equipment on a regular basis and prepare work orders as required.
• Ensure proper disposal of chemicals and samples.
• Work with other departments to solve quality related problems.
• Sample, split, package, and ship samples for third party testing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Knowledge of chemistry and mathematics.
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of the cement manufacturing process.
• Ability to evaluate data without supervision.
• Make decisions and communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Work well under the pressure of annual external reference lab inspections and annual proficiency testing.
• Preferred: two-year associate’s degree in related field.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to work a 12‑hour rotating schedule.

Benefits

• A friendly and team‑oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands‑on training for employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.