Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Location : Jefferson, GA 30549

Ready for a fast-paced job where you can provide the literal groundwork that connects communities together? Join Summit Materials a construction materials company leading the industry where we build the foundation for a better tomorrow.

Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada.

At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values : Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity.

We’re passionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit’s companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.

Benefits

We strive to offer you stable, year-round work : We get it. Construction can be seen as a seasonal business. Looking for work year-round?

Because of our unique company structure, we have businesses that operate year-round and will work hard to make sure you have the steady work you’re looking for.

We care for you and your family : We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to support the health of you and your family.

We prepare for the unexpected : We offer life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability coverage at no cost to you.

We invest in your career growth with Summit Materials and beyond : Get access to our Discover Learning catalog with thousands of available courses to support your professional and personal development.

You can learn on-demand, at your own pace, and from any device.

We embrace your well-being : We know that your well-being is more than just physical. We’re here to provide teammates with the resources and tools they need to stay healthy and feel supported, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, financial resources, and more.

We support your personal goals : We provide a financial foundation as you plan for the future. Our programs, like our 401(k) plan where we match up to 4% of your annual income, are designed to help you prepare and reach your goals for you and your family.

We give you time to recharge : We offer our teammates Paid Time Off (PTO) so they can recharge and relax with family and friends.

Overview

This position is an integral part of our Forsyth Quarry operations, reporting directly to our Quarry / Plant Manager. We are seeking a candidate to join our team and mission to deliver quality on every project, backed by our commitment to safety, service and reliability.

It’s The Boxley Way. This team member is responsible for safely and effectively sampling the aggregate products to make sure they are within specifications.

Needing attention to detail and the ability to multi-task this position is one that covers the oversight of many products quality as well as often operating heavy equipment within the plant.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide inspection, testing services, and documentation for Aggregate plant facilities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, facility managers, DOT personnel, State, County, and Municipal personnel.
• Will assist the company in elevating the customers’ perception and general quality of our products, achieving the elimination of lost loads, the generation of backup data necessary for mix optimization and overseeing the inspection process of DOT jobs.
• Responsible for evaluation of volumetric data necessary for adjustments to all products produced to ensure compliance for all applications and projects.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;
• Follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures;
• Perform general cleaning of work areas;
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required; and
• Perform other duties assigned by Quarry Manager / Foreman not limited to operating heavy machinery, minor plant maintenance tasks, and plant clean up duties.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required;
• One to Two years of experience in a related field is required;
• Must be 18 years in age or older;
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check;
• Must have strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook;
• Must be willing to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required;
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet the qualifications of the fleet safety program;
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required;
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary;
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and / or MSHA.

Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is : Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls; and

Compliance with all OSHA and / or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Must know and understand all DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, graduation requirements, quality requirements, etc.;
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant;
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback;
• Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations;
• Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to work with e-mail and simple spreadsheets;
• Able to work in all weather conditions;
• Able to work extended hours if needed.; and
• Job hazards include exposure to dust, noise, fumes, and all weather conditions.

Compensation Range :

Market Value Pay Dependent Upon Experience

Build a lasting career with us. Apply now! Thank you for considering a career with Summit Materials. At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow.

We value all our communities including our diverse internal community of teammates that makes us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are you belong.