Job summary
Provide inspection, testing services, and documentation of aggregates for plant facilities.Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, facility managers, DOT personnel, State, County, and Municipal personnel.Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test aggregates, asphalt, or other materials for the purpose of quality control.• Sample and test aggregates for compliance with contract specifications and quality control tolerance.• Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed requirements of the appropriate agency or customer.• Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database.• Obtain required certifications in a timely manner.• Maintain all laboratory equipment, keeping track of all certification paperwork on lab scales and other equipment that requires annual re-certification.• Follow quality control plans and guidelines as assigned.• Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific duty.• 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.• Other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.• Education/Experience:• Minimum or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to test Aggregates as required by state regulations.• Work Requirements:• Must be 18 years in age or older.• must pass pre-employment testing, 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.• Required to get IDOT Aggregates testing level 1&2 certifications.• 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.• 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.• Physical Requirements:• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.• May require sitting for extended periods of time.• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.• Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.• Work Environment:• Able to work in all weather conditions.• Able to work extended hours if needed.• Job hazards include exposure to dust, noise, fumes, and all weather conditions.
Benefits
• Highly competitive base pay• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs• Group retirement savings program• Health and wellness programs• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
