<img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/3b67c432-8662-4bd3-8fe4-a.png "> Job ID: 524650 Cessford Construction Company, a CRH company, is a supplier of construction materials servicing Central Iowa, Southeast Iowa and West Central Illinois. Those materials include hot mix asphalt, crushed limestone, sand and gravel and ready mix concrete. With multiple locations, Cessford offers a variety of employment opportunities for people throughout Iowa and Western Illinois. Position Overview This Lead Quality Control Technician is responsible for performing and supervising routine tests as required on raw materials, in-process components, and finished delivery of products. In addition, this position will supervise and direct technicians in the performance of tests, inspections, processing methods, materials qualifications, and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions) <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Supervises daily quality control operations and Quality Control field personnel. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Perform and/or supervise the sampling, processing, and testing of materials to meet required DOT specifications. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Monitor and test process functions to ensure products meet or exceed requirements.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Prepare and record accurate information; maintain databases; documentation of onsite observations and test results; and communicating results appropriately.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Perform maintenance and calibration of lab testing equipment and maintain documentation. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Initiate and conduct training of Quality Control field and plant technicians and maintain training records on all certified employees.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Develop and maintain professional relationships with General Managers, Plant Managers, Construction Superintendent and Forepersons, Safety Personnel, in-house testing personnel, state and local testing labs, and existing and new customers.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Troubleshoot product issues in the field with plant manager, operations manager, and Quality Control field technician, and conduct problem resolution with customer upon approval from General Manager.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Associate degree in Construction Technology/Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">IDOT Aggregates testing level 1 and 2 certification or equivalent with the ability to obtain certification in all areas of the field.</li> </ul> Work Requirements <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must be 18 years in age or older. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal/motor vehicle background check. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook. </li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required; must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Report to work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time. </li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.</li> </ul> Knowledge/Skill Requirements <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Requires an extensive knowledge of aggregates and respective DOT requirements for products. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Knowledge of DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, gradation requirements, quality requirements, best practices, and equipment.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook and database software. Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations to keep time and material records, and read blueprints or other project documents. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and participant.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving and receiving feedback.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Able to work independently with attention to detail. </li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks. </li> </ul> Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls.</li> <li style="background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, balance, crawl, kneel, crouch, bend, pull, push, climb stairs, ladders, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">May require sitting or standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.</li> <li style="background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Able to communicate with others verbally and in writing as well as utilize a computer, phone and tablet.</li> <li style="background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.</li> </ul> Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment) is required, and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions. While performing non-field duties in this position, the environment is typical of an office setting, and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. What CRH Offers You <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Highly competitive base pay</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Group retirement savings program</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Health and wellness programs</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion </li> </ul> About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! Cessford Construction Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability <div> CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. </div> AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

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