Quality Control Assistant

Join Amrize as a Quality Control Assistant and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE 
The Quality Control Assistant provides the Quality Control team with skilled technical support in implementing and maintaining Quality Control measures for precast products. This hands-on role performs daily QA functions, including pre-pour and post-pour inspections, concrete and product testing and equipment calibrations to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements. The QC Assistant documents inspections, identifies and communicates deficiencies, and collaborates with the production and engineering team to maintain consistent product quality. The QC Assistant ensures inspections are thorough, properly recorded, and organized, while supporting the implementation of corrective actions for identified deficiencies and promoting continuous quality improvement to uphold the company’s standard of excellence.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Perform pre-pour and post-pour inspections for all wetcast and drycast products to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, reinforcement, dimensions, accessories, and stenciling.


• Conduct daily concrete quality testing, including SCC tests and other required mix tests, to confirm compliance with specifications.


• Cast, label, manage, and track concrete cylinder samples, ensuring proper curing, storage, and accurate documentation of results.


• Identify, document, and report non-conformances or product defects, and ensure that appropriate corrective actions are implemented and followed.


• Maintain organized records of inspections and test results, and communicate major and minor quality issues to the Engineer in Training.


• Perform calibration and maintenance of QC and batch plant equipment, including air pots, slump cones, and temperature devices, to ensure accurate measurements.


• Assist with product testing, new mix trials, or prototype inspections as requested, and conduct specialized tests such as vacuum tests, three-edge-bearing tests, spark tests, and compression tests when required.


• Support the team with audits and certification efforts by preparing documentation, assisting with inspections, and performing product testing.


• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High school Diploma

Required Work Experience: Experience with lab testing, inspection, and record-keeping (preferred)

Required Training/Certifications (or must be willing to obtain if awarded this position): ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1. ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician. ACPA Quality School Certification. Forklift operation certificate. Plastic weld certificate. WHMIS.
Required Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel, word and general computer skills.

Travel Requirements: <5% 

Additional Requirements: 

• Proficient in inspection and testing techniques using measurement tools and equipment


• Communication skills


• Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and product specifications


• Above average mathematical skills


• Consistent, reliable attendance is required in order to successfully perform and complete the essential job functions and duties of this position


• ability to work effectively and independently


• Detail oriented and have organizational skills


• Effective working knowledge of concrete, reinforcement, and form work


• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Estimated Wage Range: $31.62-$40.37/Hourly CAD


• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents


• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life


• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning


• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges


• Easy access to mental health and well-being support


• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions


• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services


• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities


• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits


• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves


• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment

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.