Job Description

Quality Control Technician
RM Aggregates

RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. We treat our employees like family and look for the very best. Come be a part of our growing team!

RM Aggregates Offers
• Competitive wages and vacation time
• Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, etc.)
• Retirement savings contributions (RRSP)
• Annual boot allowances
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Team events and lunches

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented seasonal Quality Control Technician to support aggregate production operations during the construction season. The primary responsibility of this role is conducting sieve analysis and quality control testing on sand, gravel, and crushed aggregate products to ensure compliance with company and customer specifications.

Responsibilities
• Conduct sieve analysis and aggregate gradation testing on sand, gravel, and crushed products.
• Collect representative samples from stockpiles, conveyors, crushers, wash plants, and customer loads.
• Record and maintain accurate testing documentation and QC reports.
• Communicate quality concerns and out-of-specification material to supervisors and plant operators.
• Monitor material consistency and stockpile quality.
• Assist with any additional aggregate testing as required.
• Maintain and clean testing equipment and work areas.
• Perform general labour at the pit as required.
• Support and assist the Pit Supervisor, Equipment Operators, and Scale Attendant as required.
• Comply with safe operating procedures, PPE requirements, and hazard identification processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Valid class 5 drivers license and clean abstract.
• Reliable transportation to and from site.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a consistent basis.
• Prior work experience working as labour, at an aggregate pit, or in a construction setting is preferred.
• Previous aggregate, construction materials, or laboratory testing experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with sieve testing and aggregate gradation testing is preferred.

Key Attributes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and take on varying tasks.
• Emphasis on safety and supporting a safe work environment.

Work Environment
• This is a field-based position on an active worksite. PPE is required including CSA certified steel-toed boots.
• Quality Control Technicians work outdoors frequently in various weather conditions on ground that may be rough, muddy, or icy.
• Must be comfortable working in dusty, noisy, and industrial environments.

Physical Demands
This position is physical in nature and requires bending, crawling, crouching, and standing for long periods of time. Materials onsite are heavy and cumbersome. The successful candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Hours of Work
• Shifts are generally 8-12 hours in length, Monday-Friday during construction season. Overtime, evenings, and weekends may be required.
• This position id seasonal is expected to span from June - September with the opportunity for extension.
Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and Fit for Work testing as part of the hiring process.

RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.