TECHNICIAN II, QUALITY

Argos, with over 80 years in the market, has become a benchmark in the industry of cement, ready mix concrete and aggregates through our operations in Colombia, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean. Our business model focuses on the client and on sustainable development, which means it is economically viable, respects people, and is environmentally friendly and responsible.
As a leader in its industry, Argos USA changes lives through the construction of building materials that encourage the dreams of millions around the U.S.
We are a team of talented individuals connected and united by the superior purpose of transforming the future through sustainable construction. We promote our employee's growth thanks to continuous learning and the challenges we all face in a dynamic, innovative, respectful and inclusive environment where the balance between work and life is paramount. We are diverse, creative and committed; working together while being supported by Argos' competitive benefits program.
Join our experience , explore your possibilities and transform the future with us!
General Purpose Of The Job
The TECHNICIAN II, QUALITY is a critical member of our CEMENT plant team and will perform laboratory tests in accordance to prescribed standards to determine chemical and physical characteristics of materials for such purposes as quality control and product development.
Essential Accountabilities

• Complete physical testing on all daily, ASTM and, AASHTO cement compositions.
• Make and break cubs for compression strength test of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Air Content of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Normal Consistency of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Vicat and Gillmore Set Times of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Fineness of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Early Stiffening of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Past and Mortal False set time of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Chemistry of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Strength Uniformity Evaluation.
• Run Autoclave Expansion of Hydraulic Cement.
• Run Mortar Bar Expansion testing.
• Analyze test results.
• Complete Data Entry.
• Communicate test results with Supervisors, and Managers as required.
• Retain and Recycle samples as required.
• Conduct physical testing of Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) Samples as required.
• Participate in bi-annual CCRL Inspections.
• Complete Standard Sand Certification as required.
• Complete physical testing of Competitor cement samples.
• Be familiar with the location and content of all laboratory Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS's)
• Complete cement nonconformance reports as required.
• Maintain environmental rainfall data.
• Submit all work requests using Datastream.
• Conduct general housekeeping in specific work areas.
• Perform Optimum SO3 testing as required.
• Inventory laboratory supplies.
• Review and revise Total Quality System as required.
• Fill in for other laboratory positions as required.
• Complies with all environmental, health, safety & training policies, procedures and requirements.
• Performs any additional responsibilities as directed by Manager.
• Collection of quality samples.
• Attending to feeders.
• Operation of Heavy Equipment.
• Bulk Loading.
• General clean up and maintenance.
• Measuring Silo.

Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:

• Education High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred

Experience/Skills Requirements:

• Three (3) years' experience in the construction/mining/concrete industry or quality control field preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record required.

O ther Physical & Job Requirements:
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems, good problem solving ability in a team environment. Must have planning skills, excellent communication skills. Must have the ability to read technical manuals. Must have the ability to climb ladder and lift plant components up to 50 - 100 pounds. Must have ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The Physical demands described herein 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 use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Languages:
English C2
$35.00 Per Hour.
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Argos USA, a Summit Materials Company
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in all aspects of our business.
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