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Quality Control Coop

Requisition ID:  12359
Location: 

Kingston, ON, CA, K7L 4W5

Pay Type: 

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: 

Objective:

Effective management of Product Quality Control and Quality Processes to ensure product performance, product cost management, effective reserve utilization and customer satisfaction

 

This position starts in May 2025. 

 

Responsibilities:

 

Safety:

  • Implementation of Lafarge Safety Policies, and Compliance with Government Legislation
  • Safety Induction of Visitors to Quality Lab or site as required
  • Execution of  Job Hazard Analyses for QC Tasks, and implementation of Action Items
  • Execution and implementation of Lab/QC Safety Improvement Plans

 

Concrete Mix Management and Performance:

  • Test and monitor concrete and aggregate quality for the area and provide monthly reports to quality control team
  • Implement programs and processes to ensure compliance of all products with relevant Codes, Standards, and Specifications
  • Implement Lafarge Quality Program, including sampling, testing, reporting and follow up for all products as determined for each site of responsibility
  • Record , monitor and communicate concrete performance with key stakeholders as required – investigate variances from Plan and establish corrective actions as required
  • Provide input to ensure alignment between Sales and Operational staff to ensure product performance meets customer expectations
  • Participate in QC Planning & Activities
  • Effective use of Quadrel and Command software
  • Perform concrete lab trials for new mixes and/or products
  • Provide technical product expertise to sales, dispatch and operations

 

Human Resources:

  • Participate in the development and implementation of site specific product performance knowledge for Operations staff

 

Technical Support:

  • Participate in  Quality Audits, including the development and implementation of Action Plans for Quality Improvement 
  • Provide Expert Customer Support – Field Sales Support and Quality Incident Investigation and Resolution as required
  • Liaise with customers to ensure acceptable product performance, and acquire knowledge for potential innovation and product improvement
  • Promote Lafarge VAP Products to customers in partnership with the VAP rep. 

 

Financial Accountability

  • Ensure efficient utilization of resources provided, and optimize costs where practical and possible


Specific Accountabilities:

  • Safety
  • Product Performance
  • Customer Service/Support
  • Product Quality Control and Performance
  • QC Processes and best practices knowledge and implementation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cost Management
  • Quality Policies and Training 

 

Qualification Profile:

•    College Student in Civil, Engineering, Technology or similar  
 

 

We thank you for your interest. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.


Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 
 

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.

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