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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 Technician

Requisition ID:  5132
Location: 

Stouffville, ON, CA, L4A 7X4

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 7,000 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.

Lafarge, Canada’s leading supplier of construction materials has an opportunity for a Quality Technician at our Stouffville Aggregate Pit. 

 

Objective

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


Dimensions: 

  • Possess full G-class Driver’s License
  • Availability for all Shift Work – upwards of 12 hour shifts. 

 

Relationships with Other Jobs

Reports to the Quality Supervisor. 

  • Works closely with Production Staff, Distribution Staff, and Sales Territory Manager

 

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:

  • 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 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 

 

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
  • Troubleshooting
  • Cost Management
  • Quality Policies and Training 


Qualification Profile:

  • Minimum 2-year College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology - eligibility for C.Tech. or C.E.T. Designation
  • University Degree in Engineering - eligibility for P.Eng. Designation


The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction materials (aggregates, asphalt and concrete) industry; should have excellent communication and computer skills, and must be able to work independently, as well as part of a team.

This is an hourly-paid position. Starting wage will be commensurate with skills and experience. Resumes along with a cover letter should be submitted by April 12, 2024 to the attention of: Christine Crumbie, Quality Supervisor East GTA & Simcoe 
 

We thank you for your interest. 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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