Quality Control Technician - Perth Amboy, NJ

Safety, Integrity, Quality are the foundation or core values on which Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH company operates. Located in New York and New Jersey, Tilcon New York Inc. is an integrated materials company with multiple quarry locations, water terminals, heavy highway construction division, asphalt and recycle plants. Tilcon manufactures sells and ships, made in the USA, products of crushed stone, asphalt, sand, gravel and recycled materials throughout New York, New Jersey, and some areas of Pennsylvania. Growth opportunity, professional development and a culture of support and resources are provided to each employee for their personal growth and success within Tilcon New York Inc., and CRH.

Position Overview

Responsible for performing quality control testing and monitoring of aggregates, recycled materials and hot mix asphalt mixtures produced at their assigned location. This position is located at the Perth Amboy Sand Plant in Perth Amboy, NJ .

Core Responsibilities

(Essential Duties and Functions)

• Formally and visibly demonstrate support and understanding of CRH and Tilcon’s core values of People, Character, Performance, Innovation.
• Work safely, complying with all OSHA and MSHA regulations and Tilcon environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform quality control testing as required by State and local agencies and in accordance with Tilcon procedures ensuring the highest quality material is being produced, following best practices for efficient laboratory and plant operations.
• Collect samples in accordance with ASTM and AASHTO guidelines.
• Provide test data and necessary reports to plant manager and other pertinent plant personnel in a timely manner.
• Provide process and mix adjustment recommendations as required.
• Maintain current State agency QC/QA certifications, upholding all aspects of the quality control program staying in compliance with agency specifications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date database, record logs, and other administrative files, and ordering necessary supplies and equipment as needed.
• Support and assist internal customers (sales, construction, estimating, operations and senior management) and external customers by reviewing and providing detail information/insight on material specifications and test results as requested.
• Support and assist coworkers in team environment.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Additional duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Required Education/Experience/Skills

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or 3 years+ of practical work experience.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and company procedures as outlined in the Company Handbook.
• Ability to work scheduled overtime and weekends and occasional night shifts.
• Available for emergency overtime when the need arises. This may include occasional weekend hours.
• Ability to travel to various job sites as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively to understand information contained in English-language specifications, reports, manuals and regulations.

• Basic proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another.
• Ability to work professionally with other personnel in a team environment.
• Ability to evaluate questions or problems effectively, seeking assistance when needed.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.E.) from four-year college or university.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Ability to carry out standardized laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM and AASHTO standards.

Compensation & Company Benefits:

• Hourly rates start at $20/hour
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off, Holidays
• 401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees are continuously exposed to noise, moving equipment, dust, and are expected to work with others. Frequently, employees are exposed to hot weather, cold weather, wet weather, and humid weather conditions. Occasionally, employees may be exposed to high heat, wintery/muddy conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to use a computer for extended periods of time. Employees will frequently move, remain stationary, use repetitive motions, utilize fine motor skills and frequently reach and bend. They will occasionally ascend/descend ladders or stairs. Employees will frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus.

Work Environment

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

This job will require both office work and field work. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. While performing the duties of this job, employees are continuously exposed to moving equipment, dust, and are expected to work with others. Frequently, employees are exposed to hot weather, cold weather, wet weather, humid weather and dust conditions. Occasionally, employees may be exposed to high heat, wintery/muddy conditions. The noise level in the work environment in the office is usually quiet.

Competencies

People, Character, Performance, Innovation - Formally and visibly demonstrate support and understanding of CRH and Tilcon’s core values.

Collaborates -Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Drives Results -Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Cultivates Innovation -Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Manages Complexity -Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Customer Focus -Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Resourcefulness -Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

Tech Savvy -Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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 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!

Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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