Lab Specialist

Lab Specialist – Aggregates Quality Control

Location: Medley, Florida

Reports To: Quality Control Lead Person

Position Overview

The Lab Specialist is assigned to the aggregate laboratory and is responsible for quality control at an aggregate mining operation. This position oversees process control, quality control, and quality assurance sampling and testing of daily production. Responsibilities also include verifying the quality of aggregate materials shipped from the property.

The Lab Specialist provides limited support to cross-functional teams, including Sales, Cement Quality Control, and Ready-Mix Operations, as needed.

This role is also responsible for maintaining quality management system requirements in accordance with AASHTO R18 and obtaining and maintaining required ACI and CTQP certifications, along with completing annual proficiency testing required by FDOT and CMEC.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample and test aggregates to determine compliance with product specifications.
• Enter test data into computer databases and interpret test results.
• Release shipments for certification to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
• Communicate with production and load-out personnel regarding quality control matters.
• Coordinate with FDOT personnel to collect samples and perform verification testing.
• Record and report information in accordance with FDOT requirements.
• Monitor material handling to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Communicate trends in test results to appropriate personnel.
• Provide technical support to Sales, Production, and customers.
• Maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and external agency personnel.
• Operate laboratory equipment properly and keep equipment clean and safe.
• Maintain quality management system documentation and procedures in accordance with AASHTO R18.
• Obtain and maintain required ACI and CTQP certifications and complete annual proficiency testing.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or at least three years of related experience and/or training.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and participation in a safety-focused work culture.
• Knowledge of applicable FDOT testing methods.
• ACI Aggregate Field and Laboratory Testing Technician certification or ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level I certification preferred.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Valid Florida driver's license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to work safely in an aggregate production and laboratory environment.

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