Quality Technician - Balzac, AB

Job ID: 504162

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Job Summary

This individual is responsible for the preparation and testing of finished concrete products for routine testing and for the maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of materials and products for testing
• Routine tests of raw materials, calculation of results and preparation of test reports
• Test all products and raw materials and record results
• Calculate adjustments needed to correct the product if necessary
• Obtain product samples and communicate what will be produced
• Visit manufacturing sites to test machinery and report proposed process improvements
• Inspect all finished goods
• Know all ASTM standards that apply and ensure all products meet these standards
• Maintenance and housekeeping of assigned areas and equipment
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent Vocational Training/Certification, other related experience or combination thereof
• Familiar with lab equipment and production processes
• Knowledge of ASTM standards for manufactured concrete products
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company
• Computer literate experienced with Microsoft Office software
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 60 pounds each, with assistance if needed, at heights from floor level to 4 feet high

Compensation

• This position will start between $28-$38 based on experience

What CRH Offers You

• 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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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