Intern - Quality Control

Job ID: 530195

Cadillac Asphalt, a vertically integrated CRH Americas Materials Company, joint venture company, energetically drives to continually be a leader in our markets in quality construction materials and value added services by employing innovative techniques and customer-centric practices.

We believe that our employees are the reason for our success and we focus on their development and advancement opportunities as well as attracting new talent to our organization.

We encourage you to learn more by visiting www.cadillacasphalt.com or our parent company at www.crhamericas.com.

Position Overview

A Quality Control Intern will have the opportunity to work for a vertically integrated company and gain exposure to asphalt and aggregate quality control within heavy highway construction.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Skills and Development during Internship:


* Gain a detailed understanding of the HMA production processes.


* Learn Quality Control methods and reporting procedures.


* Learn the entire paving process and density control.


* Work with QC Technicians to further understand smoothness determinations and IRI reporting.


* Learn how to conduct and test equipment calibrations.


* Work to understand aggregate processing and quality conformance.


* Assist with testing materials in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.


* Identify and become familiar with various mix specification requirements.


* Test materials to determine specific requirements such as weight, gravity, temperature, thickness, and gradation of mix components.


* Communicate with other technicians regarding mix specifications and test results.


* Input test result data into computers in laboratories and remote locations.


* Communicate and assist paving personnel in adjusting processes to conform to specifications.


* Report and communicate test results ethically, adhering to the company's Ethics Policy.

Other Requirements:


* Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.


* Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.


* Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.


* Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.


* Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.


* Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.


* Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.


* Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Company employees.

Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule

Qualifications

Individuals must poss...