Quality Control Technician (Liquid Asphalt)

Quality Control Technician (Liquid Asphalt)
(Req #: 1395)

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Liquid Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for sampling, testing, and monitoring liquid asphalt products to ensure they meet company standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry requirements. This role supports plant operations, field teams, and customers by providing accurate testing results and maintaining compliance with state DOT and internal quality programs.

Essential Functions:

1. Results matter. Ensure asphalt binder quality and compliance by collecting and testing liquid asphalt samples in accordance with company procedures and industry standards (AASHTO, ASTM, and applicable DOT specifications).
2. Measurement. Verify product performance and specification compliance by conducting laboratory analyses including viscosity, penetration, softening point, PG grading, and other binder-related tests.
3. Obligated. Maintain traceable and reliable quality documentation by accurately recording test results, certifications, and required laboratory records.
4. Focused. Protect product integrity across operations by monitoring asphalt quality during production, storage, and shipment.
5. Ownership and caring. Enable informed operational decisions by clearly communicating laboratory results and identifying potential quality concerns to operations, production, and management teams.
6. Honesty and truth. Resolve quality issues efficiently by supporting troubleshooting efforts and recommending corrective actions to maintain product specifications.
7. Dedication. Ensure testing accuracy and reliability by calibrating, maintaining, and verifying laboratory equipment performance.
8. Safety always wins. Promote a safe work environment by following company safety policies and actively participating in safety initiatives.
9. Determined. Maintain regulatory and operational readiness by keeping the laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with required standards.
10. Compulsive tinkering. Strengthen the quality control program by contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Associate degree in construction materials, engineering technology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
2. Relevant experience in asphalt, construction materials testing, or laboratory quality control preferred.
3. Familiarity with asphalt binder testing methods (AASHTO/ASTM) is a plus.
4. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
5. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
6. Proficiency with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, data entry systems).
7. Valid drivers license and ability to travel to terminals or plants as needed.
8. Authorized to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 lbs. or more. Ability to work around hot materials and in industrial environments. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time as well as lifting, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and performing repetitive motions. Must be able to maintain visual focus and manual dexterity to safely operate equipment and perform detailed tasks. Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, odors, and industrial materials while following required safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

Compensation details: 24-26 Hourly Wage

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