Quality Control Technician - Ready Mix Concrete - Saginaw MI
The Quality Control Technician at Confidential Client is responsible for performing routine and specialized testing of ready mix concrete to ensure compliance with industry standards. This role involves collaborating with production teams to resolve quality issues, maintaining accurate records, and supporting continuous improvement in quality control processes. The position offers on-the-job training and opportunities for career growth within a values-driven company focused on quality and service.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Trade & Construction.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
You will help ensure ready-mix concrete meets quality standards for commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. Typical responsibilities include:
- Perform routine and non-routine testing of raw materials, in-process mixes, and finished ready-mix concrete using industry-standard methods (e.g., slump, air content, compressive strength sampling).
- Interpret test results and compare them to specifications and control limits; escalate out-of-spec conditions.
- Conduct visual inspections of batches and finished product for consistency and compliance.
- Collaborate with production and operations teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Maintain accurate, auditable records of tests, analyses, and quality activities.
- Deliver quality-control guidance/training to production staff as requested by management or technical services.
- Support continuous improvement by staying current on industry trends, test methods, and regulations.
Who You Are (Qualifications & Skills)
We welcome applicants at varying experience levels; training is provided. Preferred and required qualifications include:
- Entry-level candidates encouraged — on-the-job training will be provided.
- Willingness to work variable shifts based on scheduled pours, including day and overnight shifts.
- ACI certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain relevant certification.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Concrete Management, Construction Management, or related field preferred but not required.
- Previous experience in quality control, quality assurance, or construction materials is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office); familiarity with quality-management software is a plus.
- Ability and willingness to complete pre-employment screenings and background checks as required by the confidential client.
- Must be able to perform routine physical tasks required for lab/field testing (lifting samples, working outdoors in variable weather).
Schedule & Location
- Location: Saginaw, MI (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Shift: Variable shifts to support scheduled pours; no Sunday shifts per client scheduling practice.
Compensation & Benefits
The source posting includes an estimated annual pay of $53,891 (estimated). Actual pay and benefits will be provided by the confidential client and may vary by location and experience.
Typical benefits provided by the confidential client include (subject to eligibility and plan terms):
- Hourly pay with overtime after standard daily hours
- Eligibility for performance bonuses and annual raises
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans
- Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance
- Paid holidays, PTO/vacation
- 401(k) with company match program
- Training and career advancement opportunities
About the Opportunity & Client
This role supports a family-oriented, values-driven organization in the ready-mix concrete sector with a large national footprint. The confidential client focuses on quality, integrity, and service and offers consistent local schedules and career growth for technicians who want to build a long-term career in construction materials.
How We Hire (Important Notes for Applicants)
Careertakes works as a third-party recruiter for this opening. If you move forward in the process, the confidential client will be the employer and will manage onboarding, offer details, and employment terms.
Reasonable accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations in the application or interview process should contact Careertakes so we can coordinate with the confidential client.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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