Ready Mix Concrete Quality Control Technician - Experienced - Kokomo, IN at Shelby Materials

Job title:

Ready Mix Concrete Quality Control Technician

Reports to:

Quality Control Manger

Location:

Kokomo, IN / Tipton, IN Area

Shelby Materials

Shelby Materials is a central Indiana supplier that offers ready-mix concrete and aggregate materials for various construction projects. Their services cover a wide range, from large industrial buildings and infrastructure to residential construction. Additionally, they supply specialty blends for golf courses and athletic facilities.

Job Description

As a quality control technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and consistency of our ready-mix concrete. You will be responsible for conducting on-site and lab testing to ensure compliance with all applicable ASTM, ACI, & Job Specific Standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform field testing on freshly mixed concrete batches for workability, slump, air content, temperature, and other specified properties.
• Communicating with customers on job sites, relaying relevant information to them and help in managing pours and directing trucks.
• Conduct sampling and testing of hardened concrete specimens for compressive strength, density, and durability.
• Document and record test results accurately and maintain detailed records of all testing activities.
• Monitor production processes and adjust mix designs as necessary to meet quality standards.
• Work with production and quality control teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize mix designs.
• Comply with safety protocols and quality control procedures at all times

Key Skills

Skills Needed Include:

• Ability to interpret technical specifications and communicate them effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Physical stamina to work in outdoor environments and lift/move heavy materials as needed.
• Ability to perform basic math functions by memory.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Qualifications

Qualifications include:

• One year experience as a concrete field testing technician, or a similar role in the construction industry
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training, certification in concrete technology, or ACI certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of concrete testing methods, equipment, and relevant ASTM/ACI standards.

Compensation/Benefit Package

Benefits of working at Shelby Materials include:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Traditional 401(k) / Roth 401(k) retirement plans with 6% employer match
• Health Insurance with low premiums and multiple plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer matching
  • Voluntary wellness program with guaranteed employer payout with participation
• Paid holidays and PTO days
• Employer-provided PPE, safety equipment, high visibility workwear.