Quality Control Technician

20 hours ago

GBR Chipping Sodbury The Ridge, United Kingdom Heidelberg Materials Full time
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK's largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Quality Control Technician (HS2)

Location: Chipping Sodbury
Salary: up to £30,000 depending on experience

About the Role
We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our team at Heidelberg Materials UK. In this role, you will be responsible for sampling, field testing, and specimen preparation for Concrete, Asphalt, and Quarry products, ensuring compliance with British Standards and company protocols.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct sampling and field testing of materials.
  • Prepare and manage specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with our quality management program.
  • Collaborate effectively within a team under remote supervision.
  • Ensure efficiency while maintaining exceptional standards and attention to detail.

Key accountabilities

  • Maximising the contribution of the technical departments towards ensuring cost effective product manufacture.
  • Establishing and maintaining product quality levels consistent with commercial/operational drivers and customer requirements.
  • Administering high quality technical support to Commercial, Operations and external customers.
  • Other duties as requested by your manager
  • Carry out sampling, field testing and specimen preparation of Concrete, Asphalt and Quarry products in accordance with relevant British / European standards and company procedures.
  • Investigate and feed back to the technical and operations teams on quality issues at relevant sites and depots under their control, including but not limited to:
  • Concrete sampling, testing and preparation
  • Asphalt sampling, testing and preparation
  • Aggregate sampling, testing and preparation
  • Preliminary plant or customer site investigations
  • Preliminary investigation of product issues
  • Review of water demands in RMC including plant M.C testing
  • Review of site practice
  • Review of truck delivery practices / issues
  • Review product consistence variances
  • Raise NCRs and Near Hits as appropriate.
  • Challenge behaviours which demonstrate a negative attitude towards safety and/or quality.
  • Assist with transportation of test specimens.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Familiarity with British Standards for construction materials is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects like HS2.
  • Be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

Rewards & Benefits

  • We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

  • Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
  • Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
  • Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
  • Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
  • Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

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