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Whatever you do, you'll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams' energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.

Quality Control Technician - Intern

Requisition ID:  11389
Location: 

Ottawa, ON, CA, K1G 3V5

Pay Type:  Hourly

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

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


Key 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


Aggregate Product Performance:

  • Conduct QC tests to ensure that produced and shipped aggregated are in agreement with QC specs
  • Implement Lafarge Quality Program, including sampling, testing, reporting and follow up for all products as determined for each site of responsibility
  • Implement programs and processes to ensure compliance of all products with relevant Codes, Standards, and Specifications
  • Record , Monitor and communicate Aggregate KPI performance with key stakeholders as required
    • investigate variances from Plan and establish corrective actions as required
  • Participate in or lead the development and implementation of site specific actions to reduce and/or utilize long products, including innovating new combination materials
  • Provide input to ensure alignment between Sales and Operational staff to ensure product performance meets customer expectations


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
  • Provide technical expertise to Operations regarding Mining Plan development and Execution, in order to maximize Reserve Life of Sites


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:

  • Minimum Secondary Diploma. College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology. University Degree in
  • Engineering is a plus


Knowledge & Skills:

  • Should have excellent communication and computer skills
  • Must also be able to work well as part of a team and independently


Work Environment:

  • Must be able to work in outdoor and indoor work environments
  • Able to perform a variety of tasks, including moderate to heavy lifting
  • This role is will require the handling of cements, aggregates, concrete and equipment

 

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 LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, 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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