Title of Position: Quality Control Technician

Location: Approximately Philadelphia, P.A., Various Locations

 

The primary responsibility of the Quality Control Technician is to ensure concrete chemistry and construction projects are in compliance with plans and specifications. This position includes industry testing of concrete consistency, air, water, color, and chemical content. The qualified candidate will be able to communicate with and interact with construction personnel, inspectors, plant managers and drivers concerning the concrete materials used on a particular job.

 

Company Description

Through a combination of growth and acquisitions, Silvi Concrete has become one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of concrete products in the Northeast, US.  Today, the company manufactures concrete at multiple locations and supplies those plants with materials from its own mining operations and deep-water port facility.

Position Essential Functions Responsibilities

• Arrives at the plant or job site prior to the first concrete delivery.
• Performs the initial and ongoing testing of aggregate and concrete for gradation, moisture, slump, air content, temperature
• After evaluation of the above factors, maintains contact with plant operations and/or QC, to ensure that necessary adjustments (if required) to the mixture are made.
• When the concrete comes to the job site places some of the batch in cylinders.
• In the lab, performs tests that measure the compressive strength of concrete cylinders.
• Compares that value to the design value to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Communicates information to the appropriate individuals/agencies.
• Directly handles concrete during various testing.

Qualifications

• Travel with their own vehicle to and from various plants and client locations. Mileage and tolls will be reimbursed.
• Work a wide variety of hours and able to work a flexible schedule as per company and client needs.
• Is able to work overtime hours.
• Works Saturdays and night pours as required.
• Understand the various components that make up the product and how they interact with one another.
• Understand how to troubleshoot the various problems that occur with the product and how to correct them.
• Understand the proper techniques for testing concrete.
• Preferably is a "PADOT plant certified technician" and ACI Level 1 certified, or willing to undergo paid training and testing to obtain the certification.
• Has a valid driver’s license and is willing to undergo an MVR check.
• Willing to work outdoors, in all weather, to handle the concrete testing on site. 
• Lift up to 100 lbs of liquid concrete using a wheelbarrow.

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Pension, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Competitive Pay, Overtime

The Silvi Group Companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.