Material/Process Inspector I

Performs material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and/or at points of supply. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers. 

• Keeps equipment mileage and service records and schedules equipment repairs. 

• Maintains a diary of inspection or test details. 

• Maintains and calibrates equipment. 

• Performs tests and inspection duties. 

• Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement. 

• Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing. 

• Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs 

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience: No experience required (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). 

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Must have or obtain the required licenses or certifications listed below within twelve (12) months of date of hire.

• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 102

• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 201

• Aggregate Prop Spec Agg101

   

    
Competencies:

• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information 

• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry and geometry 

• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems 

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others 

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions 

• Subject to noise 

• Subject to vibration 

• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals 

• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device 

• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs 

• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction 

• Standing-prolonged periods of time

Conditions of Employment:
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• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.