Quality Control Technician (Jessup, MD)

Job Description

Job Description

Summary / Objective :

The Technical Service / Quality Control Technician implements and complies with quality assurance methods and procedures to ensure products and materials are produced in accordance with specifications.

Essential Functions :

• Perform specimen tests of concrete from random loads or for special jobs or mixes; prepare test reports as required.
• Oversee unique jobs to ensure product standards are met, i.e., jobs that have restrictive specifications or require large quantities of material to be delivered.
• Perform aggregates and batch plants tests including daily graduation and moisture tests on all concrete being produced for State and spec projects.
• Certify concrete loads being delivered to "spec" jobs in accordance with SHA specifications; check loads for proper procedure and time of mixing.
• Perform quality assurance tests on trial batches of new concrete mix designs under close tolerance conditions and make adjustments until mixture meets specifications.
• Troubleshoot problems with customers, analyze and evaluate specific conditions, situations, quantities, etc., and provide appropriate resolution.
• Provide technical assistance and training to plant managers, equipment and yard operators, and drivers when requested.
• Perform laboratory tests including gradation, moisture, lightweight particles and specific gravity tests on aggregates.
• Select samples for materials that need certification by an outside laboratory or that are beyond the department capability. Transport these samples to the testing agency.
• Perform additional tasks such as cleaning facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness, moving equipment and materials, and completing tasks for other positions when incumbent is absent.
• Assist the Technical Services Manager and Assistant Manager as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Education Required : High School

Preferred Education : N / A

Bilingual in Spanish Preferred : Yes