Quality Control Tech - Abbotsford, Canada - Lafarge Canada

Lafarge Canada

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Abbotsford, Canada

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Description

Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs.

Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Quality Control Tech - Aggregates

Requisition ID:5611
Location:
Abbotsford, British Columbia, CA, V4X 1H8
Pay Type:Hourly
WHO IS LAFARGE?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world.

With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success.

We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less.

It's all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments:
Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for assuring product quality through an extensive testing program and reporting process.
Responsibilities

Quality Control

Gather a minimum of one sample for every 1000 tonnes of material produced and one sample for every 2000 tonnes shipped. Run tests on all samples. At present, this averages to about seven completed tests every day. Some heavy lifting is required as samples can weigh anywhere from 5070 lbs.
Communicate testing results to management and production staff in order to minimize time and money wasted on production/sales of outofspec. materials
Enter test results into Excel spreadsheets and aggQC database.
Conduct visual inspections of production and shipping piles to identify any quality issues (oversize, contamination, etc.)
Assist customers that come onsite for product information/samples
Provide tours for contractors, customers, and management
Assist in surveying, benchmarking, fill site coverage, barge sampling and/or blast monitoring (sitespecific)
Enter daily production data into system to ensure uptodate inventory counts
Garbage removal and other housekeeping duties
Research and create blend templates for specialty products for use by sales staff and management
Answer customer and internal questions regarding quality and quality control issues
Prepare samples for external testing
Collect product samples at various Lafarge and customer sites
Perform other requested tasks

Weekly

Ensure all test results are entered in the aggQC database before Friday endofday

Monthly

Prepare monthend quality summaries for QA Supervisor
Prepare monthly sales workbook for sales staff, management, and dispatch
Prepare monthly quality summaries of requested products for sales staff/external customers

Dimensions

Reports to QA Supervisor and Plant Manager

Direct Reports: 0

Qualification Profile

Education

Secondary School Education or equivalent, or an acceptable combination of education and work experience.

Experience and Skill Set

Physically fit able to lift 5070 lbs. on a regular basis
Valid Class 5 Driver's License
Intermediate MS-Excel skills
Ability to work in both an outdoor and office environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated strong problemsolving skills; a selfstarter
Proven ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment
Highly motivated, able to quickly build and maintain positive working relationships
Ability to maintain composure in dealing with difficult situations; demonstrates positive customer service attitude
Previous industry related experience

Compensation and benefits:

Employee wellness program
Matching RRSP
Pension
Health benefits
Dental
Vision
Rate of pay: $23 $27 per hour, commensurate with knowledge and experience.

_As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required._

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you'll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet.

You'll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best.

Because it's only when we work together in a