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Laboratory Technician

Requisition ID:  13252
Location: 

Beltsville, MD, US, 20705

Pay Type: 
Estimated Wage Range $67,000-$73,700/Annually

COMPANY OVERVIEW  
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE
Collects samples and performs accurate quality control testing to ensure product quality. Provides verbal and/or written test results to management and production staff in a timely manner.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
• Conducting various physical and chemical tests on materials, such as concrete, mortars, cements, and admixtures, among other special applications and construction materials. This may include using specialized equipment and following standardized procedures as well as innovative and R&D related testing.
• Preparing samples for testing, including collecting, weighing, and processing materials to ensure accurate results.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, cleanliness and maintenance of calibrated instruments, assuring their proper function.
• Accurately recording test results, documenting procedures, and preparing reports for both our internal team as well as suitable for review by engineers, inspectors, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensuring the quality and accuracy of testing results, maintaining a clean and organized laboratoryenvironment, and adhering to safety protocol.
• Assisting with other laboratory tasks, such as inventory management and maintenance.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education: High school diploma or equivalent 2 years of experience
Additional Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Sciences and Mathematics
Required Work Experience: in construction materials testing.
Required Training/Certifications: ACI I, II or related materials testing preferred.
Required Computer and Software Skills: Knowledge of Data Entry, Microsoft Word and Excel, SAP experience a plus

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Use of various scales, compression machine, sieve shakers, and ovens. May drive a vehicle.
  • Excellent math skills
  • Detailed oriented
  • Able to prioritize work
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibithese behaviours.
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved
  • Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day

 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Washington DC

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