Quality Control Technician; Req
Job in
North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, 02852, USA
Listing for:
Peckham Industries
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Control / Manager
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Manufacturing / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Quality Control Technician (Req #: 1331)
Peckham IndustriesLocation: North Kingstown, RI
Pay Range: N/A
Salary Interval: Full Time
Description: Application InstructionsAbout Us:
Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our " family by choice " ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.
In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.
Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.
Position DescriptionJob Summary:
The Quality Control Technician plays a critical role in supporting continuous production and ensuring compliance with State, Federal, and local specifications in our Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) operations. This position requires a mechanically inclined, hands-on individual who is experienced and comfortable working in manual labor environments using tools, equipment, and machinery. Based at Peckham's asphalt plant, the role also includes field work involving the collection of samples at local and regional paving sites where HMA is being placed.
Essential Functions:
Protect Family and Friends . Follow all Company Safety Policies and Procedures as well as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and guidelines. Support business activities, objectives, and programs.Mastery. Reliably perform all required HMA materials testing in accordance with the procedures outlined in Peckham Industries' Quality Control Program, with a focus on producing the highest quality product in the most cost-effective manner. Conduct asphalt mix testing such as gradation, asphalt content, volumetrics, and temperature checks, and accurately input results into the QC software program.Ownership and caring. Maintain a strong understanding of asphalt plant production equipment and facility operations to identify, diagnose, and assist in correcting production deficiencies. Collaborate with plant management and equipment operators, maintaining awareness of production and maintenance schedules. Observe and participate in on-site HMA testing, including mat density, temperature, and compaction monitoring.Communicate test results and any quality-related concerns promptly and consistently to plant management to support informed decision-making and continuous quality improvement. Act as a liaison between paving crews, contractors, and dispatch, ensuring smooth communication regarding mix quality and production timelines.Results matter. Document all quality control testing clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner. Maintain a database of daily test results and ensure the testing environment is clean and safe. Ensure that laboratory equipment is properly maintained and in good working order.Respect and engage. Serve as a resource to the sales team, customers, paving crews, and plant management by offering technical support and assistance related to HMA quality and performance. Recommend and assist with adjustments to mix designs or production processes to ensure compliance with job specifications.Dedication. Collect and prepare HMA samples at the plant and job sites in accordance with specification requirements, including loose mix and compacted specimens for quality verification and acceptance testing.Committed to serve. Perform testing of fine and coarse aggregate gradations, asphalt binder properties, and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) materials, increasing testing frequency when materials fall outside of specifications. Maintain inventory of mix additives, fibers, and other specialty…
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