Company Information:

Central Iowa Ready-Mix is comprised of Concrete Supply (CSI) and Iowa State Ready Mix (ISRM). Conveniently located in Des Moines, IA and Omaha, NE with seven plants throughout the Des Moines and Ames, IA metro area and three plants in the Omaha, NE area. Central Iowa Ready-Mix provides the best quality ready mix concrete for the Des Moines, IA, Ames, IA, and Omaha, NE metro areas.  Our ready-mix plants are strategically located around the metro area, including two portable plants for best access to job sites.  This position will primarily be based in Des Moines, IA.  

Position Overview

The Quality Control Technician position is responsible for providing inspection, testing services, and documentation of product for plant facilities.  This position is also responsible for evaluating data necessary for adjustments to mix production to ensure compliance for all applications and projects. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Develop mix designs for product to customer or engineer’s requirements using previous data and guidelines.
• Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test product for the purpose of quality control.
• Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed requirements of the appropriate project.
• Visit job sites, attend meetings and calls to customers promoting value-added products and to collect market and job information.
• Follow quality control plans and guidelines as assigned.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform general cleaning of work area.
• Liaises among customers, sales, and operations to ensure internal and external customer’s needs are met.
• Advise upper management on product development issues arising from product problems identified through technical support calls with customers.
• Complete, maintain, and process pertinent paperwork and records.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to test materials as required by state regulations.
• One year of experience in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved concrete projects and can use such tools properly and safely.
• Ability to read, write, and accurately perform basic mathematical functions including adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess knowledge of Company policies and procedures, including safety.
• Must consistently produce and efficient, accurate work product.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years in age or older. 
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must pass post-offer employment drug testing, medical exams, and physical agilities testing.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to climb ladders and to work at heights.
• Able to occasionally move/carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work extended hours.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work in tight quarters.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. 
• The employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock or burn.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday with weekend and some holiday and evening work required.

Benefits Offered

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.