Quality Control Technician

Portable Lab Technician

Quality Control Technician

Northeast Asphalt, Inc., A Walbec Group Company

The Opportunity:

If you are an employee seeking to advance your career within Northeast Asphalt, Inc., the Quality Control Technician portable position offers an exciting opportunity to further develop your technical expertise and contribute to impactful infrastructure projects. This role provides the opportunity to consistently work with a particular portable plant set throughout the season. By stepping into this position, you will continue to uphold our commitment to quality and safety, applying your analytical skills and attention to detail in process control and materials assessment. Join us in shaping the future of our organization through collaboration, innovation, and a steadfast focus on excellence.

Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee all functions of the lab to include, but not limited to, lab set up, schedule of lab moves, material/supplies ordering, compliance of lab and equipment, calibrations, stockpile blending, monitoring aggregate inventory, HMA production, lab maintenance, and cleanliness/sample retain disposal.
• Ownership of all current and future mixes from specific site by tracking results and trends from each mix.
• Develop reports on status of mixes and materials to identify potential risks.
• Collaborate with plant foreman and plant manager for site related activities.
• Review upcoming schedule and understand what projects will be coming out of the site.
• Ensure all mixes are on the Wis-DOT Approved Product List(APL).
• Strictly adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all tasks.
• Conduct sampling and standardized testing of construction materials as per agency or organizational guidelines.
• Execute standard mathematical computations in line with testing procedures.
• Accurately communicate and document test results to relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Record all test data post-testing in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and maintain organized hard copies of records.
• Document all sampling, testing, and subsequent actions taken.
• Analyze test outcomes and assist in making necessary process control adjustments.
• Ensure equipment functionality and timely calibrations as per schedule.
• Oversee regular equipment maintenance and ensure malfunctioning equipment is marked out of service.
• Uphold a professional standard of cleanliness and maintenance for all equipment, facilities, and vehicles.
• Engage professionally with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Value safety and ethics in all tasks.
• Undertake any other duties as assigned.

Why Should You Apply?

• $28+/hour and generous benefits package.
• Job security-we are an essential company providing infrastructure services, and you are an essential employee.
• Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
• Be involved in innovative, cool projects throughout the local area and the state.
• Family-oriented, supportive culture.

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

• Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree and a Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity.
• Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects. com
• Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers.

We're looking for a Quality Control Technician responsible for providing quality testing for the company. Enjoy the video below and see what you can be a part of!

We have the usual suspects like dental, vision, life, EAP and PTO, but our favorites are the "no premium medical plan" and HRA contribution (with participation in wellness initiatives), 401k & profit sharing with company contribution and lastly, impactful Walbec training, all provided year-round.

What do you need:

• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Have the ability to work varied hours with a flexible schedule.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments.
• The ability to frequently lift 50+ pounds.
• Be capable of performing mathematical calculations required for necessary daily job duties.
• Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• The ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously; and the ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision, must be a self-starter.

Preferred education or qualifications:

• Civil Engineering Technology - Associate Degree
• Laboratory Science Technology - Associate Degree
• Highway Technician Certification Program/WisDOT Certifications for materials testing
• Related or equivalent fields or experience

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members is what drives our innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

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