QC Tech
Heidelberg Materials · Mcmechan, WV
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $46k–$55k
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Heidelberg Materials (industrial) in Mcmechan, WV.
- Base pay
- $46k–$55k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 533 other live quality postings in the US.
- Base pay
- About 34% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $64k–$90k, from 43 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 40%
- Root cause 33%
- FDA / GMP 22%
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Heidelberg Materials
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Heidelberg MaterialsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Line of Business: RMC
About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
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What You'll Be Doing
- •Perform hands-on quality control testing on ready-mix concrete and aggregates in plant and field environments to ensure materials meet specifications.
- •Complete aggregate moisture testing and other routine quality checks to support daily concrete production.
- •Monitor concrete performance and assist with adjusting mixes and admixtures based on testing results.
- •Work directly with concrete trucks, plant equipment, and operations teams to identify and communicate quality concerns.
- •Collect, document, and maintain accurate test results and quality records using basic computer systems.
- •Assist with hands-on plant and operational tasks as needed to support production and business needs.
What Are We Looking For
- •Dependable, hardworking individuals who are comfortable working in a hands-on plant and outdoor environment.
- •Previous concrete or quality control experience is not required; we are willing to train candidates who demonstrate a strong willingness to learn.
- •Experience in manufacturing, production, construction, or other hands-on environments is helpful but not required.
- •Strong basic math skills, including basic algebra and calculations.
- •Basic computer literacy and the ability to learn company systems
- •Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of an operations team.
Work Environment
- •Work is performed in both laboratory and outdoor plant environments.
- •Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
- •May require standing, walking, lifting, and performing physical testing activities throughout the workday.
- •Travel between plants, job sites, and customer locations may be required.
What We Offer
- •Competitive base salary $46,420 - $54,550
- •401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
- •Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- •Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- •Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- •AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- •Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays