Quality Specialist

Overview

Location: Gainesville, Florida
Compensation: $64,000 - $ 80,000

Responsible for the quality of concrete produced at the plants within the division. Oversees and designs various concrete mixes to ensure proper mix specifications are used on each other, with special attention to projects requiring unique or “one-off” specifications.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversees mix design submittals for projects and contacting Engineer’s and Architect’s when specifications do not meet ACI guidelines, obtains approval of mix designs from accrediting agencies, project engineers, etc.
• Report monthly, mix optimization, deficiency, in mix performance, and number of bids and submittals produced for each division. Maintains all records of materials used in production of concrete, evaluates and tests raw materials in accordance with ASTM standards to ensure minimization of product failure.
• Tracks raw materials and product performances to help in the prevention of product failure. Minimizes this risk through the development of trend analysis and product performance records.
• Evaluates product quality and performance to establish “Benchmarks” for products and raw materials.
• Takes appropriate actions to correct material failures and implements processes and procedures to prevent future problems.
• Monitoring and testing concrete performance during the placement phase to “early-identify” concrete performance problems at jobsite/projects.
• Communicate and coordinate material test results to Tech Services Manager, Area Managers, and material vendors/supplies to ensure timely resolution of material quality-related issues.
• Communicates with dispatchers and other plant personnel on quality issues.

Benefits

Benefits & Perks

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Overtime Opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision offered the first of the month following start date
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Optional
• Safety Boot Reimbursement

Get Hired: What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• DOT 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical
• Paid Orientation
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!