Why M&R Ready Mix, Inc.:

M&R Ready Mix, Inc. is part of The Gerken Companies, where our success is rooted in an ongoing demonstration of our core values. We act with integrity when dealing with customers, suppliers, and coworkers. Safety is a priority; our entire team works to keep each other safe at work. We believe in shared success; when we help customers succeed, they keep coming back, and we can offer team members rewarding and stable livelihoods. Professional development is critical to growing a solid team, so we train and empower our teams to do great work. Finally, community support is our passion because we do more than work in the communities our companies serve; we live here, too.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Technician will monitor quality control/quality assurance at all of our ready-mixed concrete plants in and around Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, as assigned by management. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all sampling, testing, and result verification in strict adherence with ASTM, AASHTO, State DOT, and other required test methods and Company procedures.  

• Ensure plant and delivery vehicles maintain product quality standards.  

• Maintain accurate records and logs.  

• Inform QC Management and/or other appropriate personnel immediately when product quality issues arise.  

• Recommend changes to mix designs based on field and/or lab testing and customer issues. 

• Notify production and delivery personnel of actions or changes required to maintain quality standards.  

• Analyze data and test reports for quality issues. If necessary, write reports regarding quality, testing equipment, or production issues.  

• Assist in analyzing customer concerns with plastic or hardened concrete.  

• Work closely with Company sales, customer service, production, dispatch and delivery personnel.  

• Must obtain an ACI Concrete Field-Testing Tech certification within the first year of employment. 

• In-person attendance is required.

Other Required Duties and Responsibilities:

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent mathematical abilities (weights and measurements) are required. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. 

• Prior quality control experience in a construction or manufacturing environment highly desirable.  

• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and satisfactory driving record are required. 

• Must be willing to work long hours and weekends when necessary. 

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and on the phone.  

• Represent The Gerken Companies to customers in a professional manner, supporting the company’s goals.    

• Team player, with the ability to build positive relationships.   

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.  

Education and Experience:

• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school is required. 

• At least one year ready-mixed concrete experience preferred. 

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Company-paid/discounted YMCA membership

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account with enrollment in High Deductible Health Plan

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plans w/ Employer Match

• Company-Paid Life Insurance Policy

• Paid Time Off (Personal, Holiday, Bereavement)

• Cell Phone Allowance

• Vehicle Allowance

• Tire Allowance

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth!

Note: This job description is subject to change and does not constitute an employment agreement. This position description is not all-inclusive. This position is required to perform miscellaneous duties and functions as may be assigned. This includes working in all classifications that an employee may be assigned to. Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.