Asphalt Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician is responsible for inspecting materials being produced, preparing and testing samples, interpreting and reporting results, and conducting routine and special laboratory testing to ensure conformance with American Society for Testing and Materials(ASTM) and VMC standards on all materials.

Examines causes of poor product quality, researches causes of complaints and implements corrective action.

Acts as a source of knowledge to operations personnel with the ability to advise and recommend changes.

Essential Functions

• Samples and conducts testing on aggregates conforming to the appropriate standard test methods.

• Field and laboratory testing of complete product line to insure Quality Control of products at the point of production, shipping and arrival upon the jobsite.

• Test methods include but are not limited to American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and Department of Transportation (DOT).

• Individual must perform testing proficiently and accurately.

• Communicates test results in a timely manner to supervisor and properly documents in data base.

• Troubleshoot problems and review basic product specifications.

• Visually inspects stockpiles, materials sources, and truck loads at plant sites.

• Monitors daily the construction of the stockpile to ensure that segregation and contamination is kept to a minimum or eliminated. Notifies management immediately if contamination is identified.

• Conducts testing and assists in plant calibrations to insure the proper quality of the product.

• Completes all required reports in a timely and accurate manner. Maintains appropriate hard copy files.

• Periodically inspects, calibrates and maintains testing equipment.

• Ensures housekeeping standards are maintained in and around the lab.

• Develops and maintains relationships with state/county/city inspectors and customers to allow for proper and timely communication of test results and speedy resolution of any product quality issues or concerns.

• Other duties as assigned. Critical Competencies

• Customer Focus - Builds positive customer relationships and gains trust and respect, prioritizing their needs and using feedback to improve products and services.

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.

• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.

• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.

• Problem Solving - Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.

• Quality Control - Ensure that products, services, or processes meet quality standards by systematically inspecting and testing them to identify defects and make necessary improvements.