Job Description

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Located in Ottawa, Ontario,

Central Precast

was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape, utility products, manholes, concrete poles, steps, barriers, and architectural panels. As the product line expanded, new companies were formed to focus on their specific industries, and

The Precast Group

was formed. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, MCON Products and Utility Structures Inc Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront.

The

Central Precast, a leading manufacturer of precast concrete products and a dealer of landscaping and masonry products in Eastern Ontario, servicing commercial, industrial and residential clients is currently looking for a full-time permanent

Quality Control Technician

.

Come join a growing family that values respect and integrity. We are looking for motivated and positive individuals to grow with our team!

Overview:

The primary responsibilities of this position include effective Quality Control ensuring successful delivery of product inspections and testing to achieve desired schedule/standards, while meeting reporting and process control requirements.

Detailed Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with current company quality standards and regulations. Ensure supplier documentation has been receive and are in good order, when required Ensure all product tests are up to date, by scheduling and performing tests. Monitor and evaluate all activities, processes, and procedures. Identify and analyze quality issues and identify/implement solutions. Develop internal auditing tools and conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with regulations, when required Check quality documents and test results to optimize audit preparation. Development of company policies, processes, and procedures regarding quality. Identify/analyze arising issues to find solutions and develop methods to be used in the future to prevent them from arising again. Collaborate with department managers and staff to identify and reach quality benchmarks, when required Work with Project Coordinators to meet quality requirement of our customers. Provide support for new projects and coordinate/collaborate with the production teams and personnel to troubleshoot compliance issues. Relay testing results to production and engineering when issues arise, when required Prepare and maintaining quality management documentation. Prepare and update QMSM (Quality Management System Manual) for any addendums that come out regarding the regulations and for process changes within the company. Analyze data, create reports, and communicate feedback. Create: audit reports; production reports to support inventory control process Communicate relevant information to appropriate departments. Participate and guide project quality control from start to finish. Ensure the quality team is up to date on what is being made and what is in the works as well as making sure all quality information is being tracked properly. Track and oversee quality from raw material receipt to final product. File and maintain supplier reports and calibration information, as well as concrete information and completion progress. Oversee semi-annual audits and track customer feedback to improve process integrity, when required Organize relevant project information for specific customer jobs and analyze feedback for future improvements. Key contributor to continuous improvement teams and directs quality programs to reduce non-conformance. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

Minimum post-secondary education as a civil engineering technologist or equivalent experience

Years of experience:

A minimum of 1-3 years of progressive experience within an industrial plant production environment or equivalent role. Experience within the construction or related industry is an asset.

Specific Experience:

Must have excellent communication skills, written, verbal and computer (MS Office), as well as experience with engineering blueprint reading and dimensioning. Collaborative style with proven negotiation and influencing skills. Willingness to work in an industrial plant environment and out in the elements. Able to climb ladders and move around operating machinery in a safe manner. Concrete testing certification from CCIL or ACI preferred but not required. Must have experience with proper use of inspection, measuring and test equipment, including and understanding of proper procedure and calibration. Proven understanding of quality assurance, ideally with concrete products or related industry standards

Competencies:

Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling stressful situations Always maintain high level of safety Exceptional attention to details Team player that thrives in a fast paced, high production environment Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks. Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment Ability to focus and accurately complete both complex and repetitive tasks

Own Tools/Equipment:

Steel-toe safety boots (own) Vest (supplied) Glasses (supplied) Hard Hat (supplied)

Compensation Offer:

Salary $55,000-65,000 annually, commensurate with experience Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Benefits:

Competitive Industry Compensation Group Benefits Medical, including Vision care and dental benefits Retirement Savings plan. Annual Bonus Work for an Industry leader in the Precast Concrete Products industry Permanent full-time role with comprehensive training, support and professional development
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? Do you have a reliable means of transportation to get back and forth to work? Are you currently residing in the Ottawa area? Do you have 1-3 years of industry experience with concrete testing? Are you familiar with ACI standards?
Work Location: In person