Quality Control Technician

Operations Services Sacaton, Arizona


Description

Position Summary 
 
Make Safety a priority in everything you do. Ensure that our concrete production follows all required internal and external quality standards and specifications. Assist with the implementation of best practices and techniques about quality, production, delivery and placement of concrete. Assist with establishing and achieving quality objectives for all aspects of operations, while working closely with operations, dispatch, estimators and project management.
 
Duties: 
  • Ensure all aspects of his/her role are executed in a safe manner.  Always Follow Martin Marietta safety policies.
  • Establish the environment as a priority in daily activities and act as a steward to the environment.  Demonstrate a commitment to meet or exceed environmental compliance.
  • Perform work related tasks as specified according to ASTM, AASHTO, ADOT and Martin Marietta standards.
  • Work closely with plant operations daily to monitor aggregate moistures, cleanliness and uniformity. Develop close working relationships with plant operations to ensure the concrete meets established quality targets.
  • Perform stockpile gradations and compare to mix design composite for compliance and communicate with aggregate operations of possible deviations.
  • Ensure good customer relations.  Must be able to communicate effectively with customers in a diverse environment.  Provide customer support in resolving quality concerns and problems in the field by working with various departments.  Concrete before leaving the plant must meet both internal and external specifications.
  • Work closely with the AZ District Lab to ensure raw material sampling schedules are met, and that all daily concrete testing results are communicated to the appropriate parties. Assist with the investigation and testing of new raw material sources and products.  Ensure quality concrete being produced through the active testing of raw materials.  Must report all suspect results to management immediately.
  • Occasional field work will be required for both training and participating in lab related projects and mix designs.
  • Maintain a logbook of all testing conducted at the lab, plant and on-site, as well as all concrete related observations throughout your shift.
  • Will need to sample and test aggregates from various plant locations
  • Will need on occasion to work at other lab locations within AZ.  
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Proficient in math, reading and writing skills.
  • Must demonstrate excellent communication skills.
  • Being mechanically inclined is very helpful. Please provide examples.
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to maintain composure in variety of situations and act in a professional manner.
  • Must be team oriented with ability to effectively manage conflict.
  • Proficient with computers and technology.
Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum 2 years related industry experience.
  • ACI Field 1 and lab certification is required. Additional related industry certifications preferred.
  • Must have a valid US driver license with a minimum of two years clean driving record.
Requirements 
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively.
  • Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental conditions.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk on uneven terrain.
  • Ability to work various hours including weekends, nights and overtime.
  • Must be able to work any shift beyond an eight-hour shift
  • Flexible to work daily working hours dependent on customer demands
Interview Requirements
  • Provide three, credible references that can be contacted during the interview process.
 

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: 

  • Medical
  • Prescription Drug
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation
  • 401(k) with Company matching
  • Pension
  • Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability Options
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Direct Deposit Payroll
  • Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
  • College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
  • Matching Gift Program
  • New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.