QC Administrative Assistant

Overview

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful.

We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P Mid Cap 400 index.

Role Overview

The Quality Control Assistant supports the Quality Control (QC) Department in ensuring construction projects meet company standards, industry regulations, and client requirements. This role assists with inspections, documentation, reporting, and communication between project teams to help maintain a high standard of workmanship and compliance across all job sites.

Responsible to perform a variety of clerical, accounts payable, human resources, safety and other pertinent duties as assign.

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Starting wage is $21.25/HR and up, depending on experience.

Duties and/or Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, distribution, and tracking of punch lists and follow-up items.
• Maintain accurate QC records, logs, and inspection reports.
• Help organize and manage project documentation such as submittals, test reports, permits, and compliance documents.
• Assist in preparing QC summaries, weekly reports, and progress updates.
• Check and review plant reports (HMA, PCC).
• Calibration records and due dates.
• Work with team members to troubleshoot issues that might arise.
• Update IM’s and spec provisions.
• Assist with the schedule for team members.
• Enter data into Stonemont daily.
• Ensure DOT, MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to work independently and under time constraints.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or construction education preferred.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or quality control support is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify issues and document findings clearly.
• Basic understanding of construction processes, materials, and terminology.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with project management or QA software.
• Knowledge of HMA mix production.
• Knowledge of Stonemont.

Additional Information

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are completed online. If you’re having issues completing the application, you can stop at our office for assistance.