Concrete Laboratory Technician

Concrete Laboratory Technician

White Marsh, Maryland, United States

Job ID: 520541

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Oldcastle APG is seeking a highly motivated individual to conduct R&D and quality control tasks in the Oldcastle Concrete and Mortar Laboratory in White Marsh, MD. The individual will collaboratively perform product development work requiring the analysis of material properties coupled with material costs. The individual will report to the Regional Quality Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in comparing formula variations and making physical measurements in an iterative fashion to meet product specification targets.
• Support manufacturing plant managers in measurements, conclusions, and corrective actions for forensic investigations regarding SONA products.
• Perform routine laboratory measurements on raw materials, concrete, and mortar samples.
• Create summary reports discussing results of tests, including the use of tables and graphs.
• Maintain the instruments required by the Concrete and Mortar Laboratories.

Job Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting or in concrete/masonry field work.
• Experience in concrete/mortar testing and ASTM standards is a plus, but all necessary training will be provided.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• The ability to multitask between assigned tasks and self-motivated ones.
• Attention to detail required with respect to Personal Protective Equipment usage and safety.
• This position may require a standing position for an extensive amount of time.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Compensation

• $26 - $29/hr
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.