QA Representative Field Technician
Job description
Argos, with over 80 years in the market, has become a benchmark in the industry of cement, ready mix concrete and aggregates through our operations in Colombia, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean. Our business model focuses on the client and on sustainable development, which means it is economically viable, respects people, and is environmentally friendly and responsible.
As a leader in its industry, Argos USA changes lives through the construction of building materials that encourage the dreams of millions around the U.S.
We are a team of talented individuals connected and united by the superior purpose of transforming the future through sustainable construction. We promote our employee's growth thanks to continuous learning and the challenges we all face in a dynamic, innovative, respectful and inclusive environment where the balance between work and life is paramount. We are diverse, creative and committed; working together while being supported by Argos’ competitive benefits program.
Join our experience, explore your possibilities and transform the future with us!
General purpose of the job
Responsible for the quality of concrete produced at the plants within the division. Assists with the monitoring of best practices and techniques,
in regards to concrete quality. The position assists all levels of the operation in establishing and achieving quality objectives while working
closely with Operations, Sales and Management. Oversees and designs various concrete mixes to ensure proper mix specifications are used on each other, with special attention to projects requiring unique or “one-off” specifications.
Individual accountabilities
- Monitor Plant Batching Operations to ensure proper batching sequences as well as Batch procedures.
- Perform field testing of concrete, including fresh and hardened properties along with air, slump, unit weight, and strength.
- Report monthly, mix optimization, deficiency, in mix performance, and number of bids and submittals produced for each division. Maintains all records of materials used in production of concrete, evaluates and tests raw materials in accordance with ASTM standards to ensure minimization of product failure.
- Maintains records of and tracks materials used in production of concrete, evaluates and tests raw materials in accordance with ASTM standards to ensure minimization of and help in the prevention of product failure. Minimizes this risk through the development of trend analysis and product performance records.
- Evaluates product quality and performance to establish “Benchmarks” for products and raw materials.
- Takes appropriate actions to correct material failures and implements processes and procedures to prevent future problems.
- Monitoring and testing concrete performance during the placement phase to “early-identify” concrete performance problems at jobsite/projects.
- Perform plant inspections for compliance with applicable Specifications and SOP's.
- Communicate and coordinate material test results to Quality Assurance Manager, Area Managers, and material vendors/suppliers to ensure timely resolution of material quality-related issues.
- Communicates with dispatchers and other plant personnel on quality issues.
- Other duties or special projects as assigned by management.
Individual accountabilities
Education
Associate degree
Technical knowledge and certifications
Training: Construction
Technical knowledge and certifications:
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I or ability to obtain within 3 to 4 months of hire.
- ACI Strength Testing Technician Certification or ability to obtain within an 8 month period.
Local DOT Certifications
Area of experience
ReadyMix Concrete Quality
Languages
English
Annual Salary Range from $58,097 to $80,691
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in all aspects of our business.
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