Specialist, Quality

Martin Marietta; Clarkdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform entry-level QC testing on aggregates and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA). You will follow ASTM/AASHTO standards, record results, and support lab and field testing to ensure product conformity.

This role collaborates with plant operations and project teams to maintain quality, safety, and environmental standards while supporting daily testing and sampling activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CAPA A/B certified preferred.
• Radiation safety training certificate required.
• Previous QC testing experience in aggregates/HMA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine QC testing of aggregates and HMA per ASTM/AASHTO standards.
• Maintain accurate logs of tests and observations.
• Communicate test results to operations and management daily.
• Assist with sampling raw materials and support lab schedules.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in all tasks.

Skills

Quality tools

QA standards

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAPA Levels A & B

Radiation Safety Training

Job description

The Quality Control Technician will be responsible for sampling and performing routine laboratory testing of aggregate materials. The QC Tech uses prescribed standards to determine gradational and/or physical characteristics for quality control purposes and determine conformity to specifications.

Job Summary

The Quality Tech. supports the Colorado Market by performing entry‑level quality control testing, inspection, and documentation for aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) materials. The role ensures that production and placement activities comply with ASTM, AASHTO, CDOT, and Martin Marietta quality standards.

This position works closely with Plant Operations, Dispatch, Project Management, and the Division Lab to monitor material consistency, support daily testing, and help maintain strong customer relationships. The Quality Tech. plays a key role in identifying potential quality issues, supporting environmental stewardship, and ensuring that safety remains the top priority across all tasks.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow all Martin Marietta safety policies and procedures; ensure every task is executed with safety as the first priority.
• Support environmental compliance by maintaining clean work areas, proper material handling, and adherence to environmental standards.
• Perform routine testing of aggregates and HMA according to ASTM, AASHTO, CDOT, and internal standards. Tests may include gradation, moisture content, density, temperature, and asphalt binder content.
• Work with plant operations to monitor aggregate moisture, cleanliness, and uniformity to ensure materials meet production quality targets.
• Assist with sampling raw materials and support Division Lab schedules for routine and project‑specific testing.
• Participate in testing and evaluation of new raw material sources under supervision; report any suspect results immediately.
• Interact professionally with customers at job sites; provide basic guidance on HMA placement and compaction techniques as needed.
• Conduct on‑site testing and observations to verify that delivered materials meet specifications and support resolution of quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate logs of all testing performed at the lab, plant, and job sites, including observations and test results.
• Communicate daily HMA testing results to plant operations, project teams, and management.
• Work closely with operations, dispatch, estimators, and project management to support quality objectives.
• Assist in implementing quality‑related best practices for production, delivery, and placement of materials.
• Participate in occasional lab work for training, mix design support, and special projects.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience

CAPA Levels A & B certification is required

Radiation Safety Training Certificate

Work Experience

No prior work experience required; 6 months – 1 year in Quality Control Testing within HMA or Aggregates is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Quality tools and techniques
• QA standards and procedures
• Time management
• Effective communicator (written and spoken)
• Detail oriented
• Problem solving
• Collaboration

Additional Details

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for equipment servicing.

Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach. You must be able to maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.