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Aerotek Quality Control Technician in Des Moines, Iowa
Job Title: Quality Control Technician Job Description
Inspect precast and pre-stressed products to ensure quality complies with our client's and Precast Concrete Industry (PCI) standards. Perform housekeeping responsibilities and implement the 5S organizational methodology. Mark products with identification and appropriate visual markings per our client's Color Code System.
Responsibilities
Conduct and maintain documentation of prepour inspections, postpour inspections, variance reports, bed shutdown processes, product repairs, shop drawings, fresh concrete testing, hardened concrete testing, aggregate moisture tests, sieve analysis, and initial set tests.
Inform the Quality Control Manager of any nonconformity of product, personnel issues, or equipment issues.
Perform duties in a professional manner.
Collaborate closely with the Quality Control Manager to ensure all quality control duties are executed.
Work closely with production personnel on product quality.
Essential Skills
General production and construction skills.
Experience in concrete finishing and quality control in construction.
Familiarity with rebar, carpentry, and concrete construction.
Ability to effectively use a tape measure and hand tools.
Experience with finishing, landscaping, sandblasting, and grinders.
Knowledge of precast concrete.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Basic math and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Six months of experience in the precast/prestressed concrete or related industry is preferred.
Why Work Here?
After 60 days of employment, all vacation time is front-loaded, and employees enjoy the same benefits, including ESOP. The company is employee-owned, offering stock based on years of service. Competitive health benefits and pay increases are provided once hired on. Employees enjoy a yearly review with potential wage increases and a scheduling attainment bonus. Food trucks visit twice a month, with meals paid for by the company.
Work Environment
The work shift starts at 6 AM and typically lasts around 9 to 10 hours during the busy summer season, with potential overtime on Saturdays. The environment is dirty and dusty, with tasks often performed outdoors, requiring readiness for various weather conditions. The facility is operational year-round, with a family-oriented culture. The team size is usually around 6 to 10 members. Dress code includes jeans, steel-toed boots, and weather-appropriate attire. PPE such as safety glasses, hard hats, and hearing protection is provided.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.