Asphalt Quality Control Engineer

Position Type: Full Time (40+)Pay Type: SalarySeasonal Work: NoVirginia Paving Benefits: Company Paid Basic Life InsuranceCompany Paid Long Term Disability PolicyCompany Paid Vacation & Holiday PayCompany Paid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Maternity LeaveCompany Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Medical & Vision InsuranceVoluntary Dental InsuranceVoluntary Short Term DisabilityVoluntary Supplemental Term LifeVoluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies401(k) Plan w/Employer MatchAnnual Company Stock Purchase OpportunitiesDiscount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, PerkspotHealth and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness IncentivesGeneral DescriptionA Quality Control Engineer is salary-rated position that supervises one or more other quality control professionals.Key DutiesThis position is responsible for controlling the quality of the production of hot mix asphalt through inspection of the plant, production materials, and jobsite review as well as conducting routine and special laboratory testing to ensure conformance standardsProficiently and accurately sample and conduct visual inspection and laboratory testing of construction materials according to the appropriate standard test methods to ensure quality control of products at the point of production, shipping and arrival on the jobsiteTest methods include but not limited to DOT regulations. Communicate and document test results to plant operator, supervisor and operationsReview mix designs and product to job specifications of upcoming projectsPerform jobsite inspection, customer service and troubleshooting as neededPrepare various QC reports and formulating specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issuesVisually inspecting stockpiles, materials sources, plant and truck loads at plant sitesConduct testing and assisting in plant inspection and calibration to insure the proper quality of the productVerify outside construction materials testing laboratory results and maintain accurate, timely records of test data, product quality, and defective materialsPrepare statistical summary quality reports on company product linesServe as a technical resource to operations, sales and customersKeep informed of professional and technical developments of new specifications to maintain and improve operational efficiencies by attending relevant technical meetingsPossess and demonstrate a strong working knowledge of asphalt and plant operationsPerform various tests in an orderly, efficient, and accurate mannerComplete understanding of mix design characteristics for asphalt products and various product specificationsMust possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to interact with individuals at any level of the organization (i.e. plant production personnel, plant managers, contractors, and agency representatives)Ability to problem-solve and work independentlyPrepare various QC reports and formulate specific recommendations to resolve or correct quality issues; and work with outside venders, agencies, and customers on a variety of quality related issues Qualification RequirementsGeneral. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Quality Control Specialist. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. One (1) or two (2) years of college or equivalent training/certification in a quality control or asphalt related field is required.Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Must have 3-5 years of field and asphalt plant experience in testing and controlling the quality of asphalt pavement materials and construction aggregates.A valid driver’s license is required.Strong math and average computer skills are requiredPhysical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Quality Control Specialist to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Quality Control Specialist encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project. Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.Demonstrates Safety 1st It is important for members of our team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees. Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to the task. Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task. Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act Identifies and turns in near miss reports Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely. Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates. Virginia Paving Company is a leading asphalt pavement producer and paving contractor for the state of Virginia. We are proud to have worked on many of the projects that have helped shape the footprint of Northern Virginia, the Stafford County/Fredericksburg area, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. Our teams successfully complete hundreds of paving contracts every year for projects ranging from public roadways and interstates, to commercial parking areas, to government and military facilities. In every case, we do so safely and efficiently, using quality material produced in-house at one of our seven state-of-the-art facilities.We support a Drug-Free Workplace. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.