Quality Control Tech Internship

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test aggregates, asphalt, or other materials for the purpose of quality control.
• Sample and test mixtures to stay in compliance with contract specifications and quality control tolerance.
• Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed requirements of the appropriate agency or customer.
• Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database.
• Obtain required certifications in a timely manner.
• Maintain all laboratory equipment, keeping track of all certification paperwork on lab scales and other equipment that requires annual re-certification.
• Follow quality control plans and guidelines as assigned.
• Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific duty.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Follow all company policies and OSAH / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures.
• Perform general cleaning of work areas.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to test asphalt as required by state regulations.

• Less than one year of experience in a related field is required.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet the qualifications of the fleet safety program.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.

• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

• Must know and understand all DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, graduation requirements, quality requirements, etc.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations.

• Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to work with e-mail and simple spreadsheets.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to hold weights of 5-10lbs in a stretched arm position for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs (minimum) on a repetitive basis.
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work extended hours if needed.  
• Job hazards include exposure to dust, noise, fumes, and all weather conditions.

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer