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Gerken Materials, Inc. Aggregate Quality Control Technician in Napoleon, Ohio
About the Role
We're hiring an Aggregate Quality Control Technician to monitor and maintain quality control standards for aggregate materials produced at our facilities and job sites. This role ensures materials meet internal specifications, industry standards, and customer expectations.
This is a full-time, seasonal position.
What You'll Do
- Perform sampling, testing, and verification in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, State DOT, and company procedures
- Monitor aggregate production to ensure material consistency and compliance
- Maintain accurate records and logs of quality testing results
- Notify Quality Control management when product quality issues arise
- Recommend adjustments to aggregate gradations based on lab and field data
- Communicate required changes to production and delivery personnel
- Analyze test data to identify trends or potential concerns
- Assist with resolving quality issues raised by customers, inspectors, or project teams
- Collaborate with plant operators, sales, dispatch, and field staff
- Obtain required industry certifications within the first year of employment
- Attend safety meetings and training sessions as required
- Maintain regular in-person attendance
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, sitting, lifting, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to safely climb and descend ladders
- Ability to access and navigate aggregate facilities and job sites
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance
- Ability to work outside normal business hours as operational needs require
What You Bring
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving weights and measurements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Prior quality c