QC Field Technician

Summary : Manages product quality and shares concrete knowledge to fellow employees and customers by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

· Performs ongoing ACI ASTM concrete and raw materials testing. Imports test data into appropriate spreadsheets or software.

· Evaluates existing quality or production standards and procedures and recommends modifications to upper management.

· Educates plant personnel on product quality, batching efficiency and Verifi utilization.

· Educates ready-mix drivers on product quality and Verifi utilization.

· Investigates and evaluates product anomalies at plants and jobsites.

· Advises upper management on product issues arising from problems identified through technical support calls and visual inspections with plant personnel and customers.

· Conducts audits and makes ongoing improvements to material handling procedures, batching and driver habits.

· Visits job sites, attends pre-pour meetings, calls on customers, collects market and job information. Reviews Verifi data for product consistency.

· Advises and assists plant personnel value-added products (i.e. fibers) and temperature control methods.

· Assists in the laboratory with new product testing.

· Completes all required paperwork (reports, forms, letters, etc.).

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience :

Degree from college, university or technical school and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience

· Current, valid state driver's license required.

· Satisfactory driving and criminal record.

· ACI Field Grade 1 Certification required, or ability to pass written and hands on test within 6 months of hire

· Demonstrates effective communication skills (oral and written).

· Demonstrates proficiency with simple math calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (especially percentages) as well as measurements.

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel

· Demonstrates ability to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Demonstrates ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks.

· Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Demonstrates ability to identify and solve problems.

Physical Requirements :

· Frequent/occasional reaching, grabbing and pulling of testing equipment and material samples.

· Frequent/occasional use of fingers, wrists and hands to enter data via computer keyboard.

· Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

· Occasional/frequent climbing of steps and ladders.

· Occasional/frequent stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling and twisting.

· Occasional pushing and pulling.

· Must be able differentiate colors.

· Must be able to hear noises.

Environmental Conditions (Personal protective equipment is provided where required or requested)

· Exposure to elements of weather to include extremes in heat, cold, dust and moisture for limited periods.

· Occasionally/frequently exposed to rough, muddy and icy walking surface conditions.

· Intermittent exposure to high noise levels and vibration.

· Occasional/frequent exposure to moving parts/pieces of equipment.

· Frequent exposure to cement, concrete, admixtures, dust, diesel fuel, and other substances that may cause burns, be toxic or explosive if handled incorrectly.

· Frequently exposed to water and wet conditions.

Other key attributes

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Project management skills, especially follow-up and follow-through