Quality Control Technician

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 Technician

Requisition ID: 10480

Location:

Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, CA, V3Y 1Z1

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 70,000 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. The desired candidate is one whom has a detail oriented focus, is prompt and on-time, and seeks to have a long career with Lafarge. At Lafarge, all career paths lead to success, and as a Quality Control Technician you will build your skills from the ground up - learning about our business with hands-on experience. You will spend approximately 80% of your time in the field (sampling & testing) and approximately 20% of your time in the office (inputting & analyzing data.) Once your skills are honed as a Quality Control Technician, your potential for advancement will greatly increase, allowing you to access other positions within Lafarge.

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 50-70 lbs.
• Communicate testing results to management and production staff in order to minimize time and money wasted on production/sales of out-of–spec. 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.)
  
  
  

Other:

• Assist customers that come on-site for product information/samples
• Provide tours for contractors, customers, and management
• Garbage removal and other housekeeping duties
• Assist in surveying, benchmarking, fill site coverage, barge sampling and/or blast monitoring (site-specific)
  
  
  

Weekly Tasks

• Ensure all test results are entered in the aggQC database before Friday end-of-day
• Ensure test results are e-mailed out to appropriate distribution groups
  
  
  

Monthly Tasks

• Prepare month-end 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
  
  
  

Other Tasks

• On request, 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
• On request, prepare samples for external testing
• Perform other requested tasks
  
  
  

Results / Accountabilities

• 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 50-70 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 problem-solving skills; a self-starter
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced 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
  
  
  

Compensation:

• $24 - $26 depending on 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 culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.