Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $18.00 - $23.25
Benefits
Competitive wages
opportunities for overtime
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
Paid vacation
401k plan
Job Description
Contech is a leading company dedicated to building and maintaining vital infrastructure across the United States. Based in Salt Lake City, UT, Contech specializes in products and solutions that support stormwater management, drainage systems, bridges, and other critical public works projects. By providing innovative and reliable concrete products, Contech plays an essential role in improving the safety and functionality of America's infrastructure. The company is known for its commitment to quality, employee development, and continuous improvement, fostering a work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth.
We are currently seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Salt Lake City plant. This full-time position offers competitive wages and opportunities for overtime, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K plan. As a Quality Control Technician at Contech, you will be responsible for ensuring that our concrete products meet all required specifications, including those set by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), as well as local and company-specific standards.
In this role, you will oversee and document a variety of concrete tests such as air content, slump, temperature, unit weight, and cylinder strength, taking corrective action as necessary to maintain the highest product quality. You will also maintain detailed records of cylinder breaks in compliance with PCI standards and company quality control practices. Your duties include inspecting raw materials and fresh concrete during the batching process to confirm adherence to specifications and ensuring that the proper mix designs are used for each product type. Additionally, you will operate and maintain quality control equipment according to documented procedures and conduct random inspections and documentation of wire cage fabrication. Your role also involves inspecting loads as they leave the plant to verify accuracy and quality, holding monthly quality control training sessions, and maintaining training records for personnel.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who have a mechanical aptitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot and make adjustments to equipment to meet product specifications. Contech supports employee growth through hands-on training and a supportive management team, creating a positive and engaging workplace culture. By joining Contech as a Quality Control Technician, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact by helping ensure the quality and durability of infrastructure projects that serve communities nationwide.
We are currently seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Salt Lake City plant. This full-time position offers competitive wages and opportunities for overtime, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K plan. As a Quality Control Technician at Contech, you will be responsible for ensuring that our concrete products meet all required specifications, including those set by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), as well as local and company-specific standards.
In this role, you will oversee and document a variety of concrete tests such as air content, slump, temperature, unit weight, and cylinder strength, taking corrective action as necessary to maintain the highest product quality. You will also maintain detailed records of cylinder breaks in compliance with PCI standards and company quality control practices. Your duties include inspecting raw materials and fresh concrete during the batching process to confirm adherence to specifications and ensuring that the proper mix designs are used for each product type. Additionally, you will operate and maintain quality control equipment according to documented procedures and conduct random inspections and documentation of wire cage fabrication. Your role also involves inspecting loads as they leave the plant to verify accuracy and quality, holding monthly quality control training sessions, and maintaining training records for personnel.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who have a mechanical aptitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot and make adjustments to equipment to meet product specifications. Contech supports employee growth through hands-on training and a supportive management team, creating a positive and engaging workplace culture. By joining Contech as a Quality Control Technician, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact by helping ensure the quality and durability of infrastructure projects that serve communities nationwide.
Job Requirements
- Preferred two-year technical degree
- Ability to read and understand production drawings, engineered prints, and equipment manuals
- Knowledge of operating and adjusting batching-related equipment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and leadership abilities
- Demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting skills and ability to make adjustments and basic equipment repairs
- Mathematical ability to calculate mixing proportions and quantities required for molds
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Preferred American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certified Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I or ability to obtain within one year
- Preferred PCI Level 2 certification or ability to obtain within one year
Job Qualifications
- Preferred two-year technical degree
- Ability to read and understand production drawings, engineered prints, and equipment manuals
- Knowledge of operating and adjusting batching-related equipment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and leadership abilities
- Demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting skills and basic equipment repair abilities
- Mathematical ability to calculate mixing proportions and quantities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Preferred American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certified Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I or ability to obtain within one year
- Preferred PCI Level 2 certification or ability to obtain within one year
Job Duties
- Ensuring that concrete products meet specifications including PCI, ASTM, AASHTO, and local standards
- Overseeing and documenting concrete testing including air, slump, temperature, unit weight, and cylinder tests
- Taking corrective action to maintain product quality
- Maintaining records of cylinder breaks in compliance with quality control standards and PCI requirements
- Inspecting raw materials and fresh concrete during batching and testing
- Verifying the use of proper mix designs for each product
- Operating and maintaining quality equipment according to manuals and instructions
- Conducting random inspections and documentation of wire cage fabrication
- Inspecting loads leaving the plant to ensure quality and accuracy
- Holding monthly quality control training meetings and maintaining personnel training records
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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