Quality Control Technologist/Engineer

Why work for Lafarge?

As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we’re committed to shaping a greener , smarter and healthier world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., safety comes first, collaboration matters and diversity is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually make our materials better.

Do you have the drive, the skills, and the passion to join us?

Overview

Lafarge is seeking a candidate to work within the quality control team to provide timely and accurate process control information, ensure that all testing equipment is operating properly, perform pre-pour and post-pour checks, perform concrete testing and certify that completed products meet specifications. Daily adherence to Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is required, as well as ensuring all requirements are met to maintain certification to these standards. The successful candidate will report to the Quality Control Supervisor and work closely with other Quality Control (QC) Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform aggregate sampling and burn offs.
• Advise production staff if testing shows any deficiencies and develop action plans as required.
• Perform equipment calibrations as required.
• Provide technical support to production staff.
• Perform all types of concrete tests as required at plant & or in field.
• Work closely with ready mix drivers to educate them on mixes, slumps, air contents.
• Fill out all paperwork manually and on computer spreadsheets.
• Implement the QC program (inspections, tests, completion of forms.)
• Run and maintain testing equipment.
• Maintain records of testing documentation.
• Ensure all operations and paperwork are in compliance with CSA.

Qualifications

Education:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (CET)

OR

• Registered or can be registered as an Engineer in Training (EIT) with Engineer and Geoscientists of Manitoba
• Graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree Program in Engineering (Civil Engineering preferred)

Experience

• Experience working in the concrete or construction related industry is considered an asset
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 certification (certification must be obtained within one year of start date) or CCIL Concrete Certification (preferred).

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong product and production knowledge; have a basic understanding of the chemistry of concrete and its ingredients.
• Results oriented.
• Maintains composure in dealing with difficult situations.
• Able to interpret drawings.
• Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Safety oriented.
• Good mechanical aptitude.

Working Environment

• Able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to climb ladders, scaffolding and stockpiles.
• Able to work in an industrial environment that may include dust, heat, loud noise.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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.

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As we are reinventing the way the world builds, we need world-class talent to join our Lafarge Canada team: people who are passionate , driven by curiosity and keen to grow , learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture.

Whatever you do, you will make a difference here. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs.

Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about our operations and see all career opportunities at www.lafarge.ca/careers .

We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.