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Quality Control Technician
full-timeSalem

Summary

Location

Salem

Type

full-time

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About this role

it's what's inside that counts

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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

  • Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
  • 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
  • $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
  • Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You'll Do

  • Perform quality control tests on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
  • Inspect products for defects, dimensional accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
  • Document and maintain accurate test results, inspection reports, and production records.
  • Assist in developing and implementing quality control procedures and standards.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
  • Report non-conformances and recommend corrective actions to management.
  • Maintain testing equipment, tools, and areas.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and safety programs. 

What You'll Need

  • Understanding of concrete materials, testing methods, and quality standards.
  • Ability to perform precise measurements and inspections.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Knowledge of relevant industry standards (ACI, ASTM, and state/federal regulations).
  • Proficiency in documentation, recordkeeping, and basic computer use.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot production issues related to quality and provide solutions. 

Your Education

  • High school diploma or GED required; relevant technical or vocational training preferred. 

We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

 

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career — and our world — forward. Let's build a better world!

 

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

 

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Quality Control,Concrete Materials,Testing Methods,Quality Standards,Attention to Detail,Documentation,Recordkeeping,Communication,Teamwork,Troubleshooting,Problem Solving

About CMC

At CMC, we firmly believe that our people are the key to our success. Our energetic and entrepreneurial spirit has enabled us to remain a leader in the metals industry for more than 100 years, and we believe our success is a direct result of the contributions and work ethic of the most talented work force in the industry.

We have a commitment to our employees, and take pride in recruiting and developing the best talent. As a CMC employee, we provide you the support you need to grow in your career, and ensure that you are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to do your job the right way - correctly, consistently and safely – every day. The safety and well-being of our employees is our number one priority.

Learn more today, and discover how you can take the next step in your career with the CMC family.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Construction

What you'll do

  • The Quality Control Technician will perform quality control tests on raw materials and finished products, inspecting for defects and adherence to specifications. They will also document test results and collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Quality Control Technician do at CMC?

As a Quality Control Technician at CMC, you will: the Quality Control Technician will perform quality control tests on raw materials and finished products, inspecting for defects and adherence to specifications. They will also document test results and collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues..

Why join CMC as a Quality Control Technician?

CMC is a leading Construction company.

Is the Quality Control Technician position at CMC remote?

The Quality Control Technician position at CMC is based in Salem, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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