Quality Control Technician (Liquid Asphalt)
Peckham Industries Careers, Rensselaer, NY, United States
Job Summary:
The Liquid Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for sampling, testing, and monitoring liquid asphalt products to ensure they meet company standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry requirements. This role supports plant operations, field teams, and customers by providing accurate testing results and maintaining compliance with state DOT and internal quality programs.
Essential Functions:
Results matter.
Ensure asphalt binder quality and compliance by collecting and testing liquid asphalt samples in accordance with company procedures and industry standards (AASHTO, ASTM, and applicable DOT specifications).
Measurement.
Verify product performance and specification compliance by conducting laboratory analyses including viscosity, penetration, softening point, PG grading, and other binder-related tests.
Obligated.
Maintain traceable and reliable quality documentation by accurately recording test results, certifications, and required laboratory records.
Focused.
Protect product integrity across operations by monitoring asphalt quality during production, storage, and shipment.
Ownership and caring.
Enable informed operational decisions by clearly communicating laboratory results and identifying potential quality concerns to operations, production, and management teams.
Honesty and truth.
Resolve quality issues efficiently by supporting troubleshooting efforts and recommending corrective actions to maintain product specifications.
Dedication.
Ensure testing accuracy and reliability by calibrating, maintaining, and verifying laboratory equipment performance.
Safety always wins.
Promote a safe work environment by following company safety policies and actively participating in safety initiatives.
Determined.
Maintain regulatory and operational readiness by keeping the laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with required standards.
Compulsive tinkering.
Strengthen the quality control program by contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
Requirements, Education and Experience:
Associate degree in construction materials, engineering technology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
Relevant experience in asphalt, construction materials testing, or laboratory quality control preferred.
Familiarity with asphalt binder testing methods (AASHTO/ASTM) is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
Proficiency with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, data entry systems).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to terminals or plants as needed.
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel:
Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 lbs. or more. Ability to work around hot materials and in industrial environments. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time as well as lifting, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and performing repetitive motions. Must be able to maintain visual focus and manual dexterity to safely operate equipment and perform detailed tasks. Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, odors, and industrial materials while following required safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Values:
At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.
Compensation details:
24-26 Hourly Wage
PIf5ad0650213b-37344-40374595
The Liquid Asphalt Quality Control Technician is responsible for sampling, testing, and monitoring liquid asphalt products to ensure they meet company standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry requirements. This role supports plant operations, field teams, and customers by providing accurate testing results and maintaining compliance with state DOT and internal quality programs.
Essential Functions:
Results matter.
Ensure asphalt binder quality and compliance by collecting and testing liquid asphalt samples in accordance with company procedures and industry standards (AASHTO, ASTM, and applicable DOT specifications).
Measurement.
Verify product performance and specification compliance by conducting laboratory analyses including viscosity, penetration, softening point, PG grading, and other binder-related tests.
Obligated.
Maintain traceable and reliable quality documentation by accurately recording test results, certifications, and required laboratory records.
Focused.
Protect product integrity across operations by monitoring asphalt quality during production, storage, and shipment.
Ownership and caring.
Enable informed operational decisions by clearly communicating laboratory results and identifying potential quality concerns to operations, production, and management teams.
Honesty and truth.
Resolve quality issues efficiently by supporting troubleshooting efforts and recommending corrective actions to maintain product specifications.
Dedication.
Ensure testing accuracy and reliability by calibrating, maintaining, and verifying laboratory equipment performance.
Safety always wins.
Promote a safe work environment by following company safety policies and actively participating in safety initiatives.
Determined.
Maintain regulatory and operational readiness by keeping the laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with required standards.
Compulsive tinkering.
Strengthen the quality control program by contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
Requirements, Education and Experience:
Associate degree in construction materials, engineering technology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
Relevant experience in asphalt, construction materials testing, or laboratory quality control preferred.
Familiarity with asphalt binder testing methods (AASHTO/ASTM) is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
Proficiency with basic computer programs (Excel, Word, data entry systems).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to terminals or plants as needed.
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel:
Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 lbs. or more. Ability to work around hot materials and in industrial environments. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time as well as lifting, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and performing repetitive motions. Must be able to maintain visual focus and manual dexterity to safely operate equipment and perform detailed tasks. Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, odors, and industrial materials while following required safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Values:
At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.
Compensation details:
24-26 Hourly Wage
PIf5ad0650213b-37344-40374595