Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer's signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.
Job Summary
Responsible for the material handling and preparation for routine testing and for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment as well as testing products and raw materials as per ASTM to ensure compliance and/or to develop new formulas.
Job Responsibilities
Preparation of materials and products for testing
Sampling and reduction of samples
Routine tests of raw materials, calculation of results and preparation of test reports
Support manufacturing team in producing the highest quality products
Test all products and raw materials and record results
Calculate adjustments needed to correct the product if necessary
Obtain product samples and communicate what will be produced
Perform production material test throughout shift
Perform product reject analysis
Visit manufacturing sites to test machinery and report proposed process improvements
Inspect all finished goods
Know all ASTM standards that apply and ensure all products meet these standards
Maintenance and housekeeping of assigned areas and equipment
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Job Requirements
High School diploma or GED or equivalent Vocational Training/Certification, other related experience or combination thereof
Familiar with lab equipment
Production experience
Knowledge of ASTM standards for manufactured concrete products
Knowledge of parts and basic assembly of a molds
Knowledge of concrete product sizes, shapes and colors
Strong numerical skills
Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and directions
Knowledge of electronics and programmable controllers
Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company
Computer literate experienced with Microsoft Office software
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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