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COMPANY OVERVIEWHolcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities. &nbsp; Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region. &nbsp; The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.OverviewLafarge is seeking a candidate to work within the quality control team to provide timely and accurate process control information, ensure that all testing equipment is operating properly, perform pre-pour and post-pour checks, perform concrete testing and certify that completed products meet specifications. Daily adherence to Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is required, as well as ensuring all requirements are met to maintain certification to these standards. The successful candidate will report to the Quality Control Supervisor and work closely with other Quality Control (QC) Technicians.Responsibilities:&nbsp;Test and verify production concrete product as batched or on site.Perform all necessary tasks related to testing and quality assurance.Follows and ensures full compliance with LafargeHolcim Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies, as well as WorkSafe BC Regulations.Follows and implements proper testing and reporting procedures per CSA.Job Scope:&nbsp;The successful candidate shall be willing and able to perform all the duties as expected for a QC technician and will be scheduled on an as needed basis. Required duties include:Implement the QC program (inspections, tests, completion of forms, etc.)Perform all types of concrete tests as required at plant &amp; or in fieldWork closely with ready mix drivers to educate them on mixes, slumps, air contents, etc.Perform aggregate sampling and burn offsRun and maintain testing equipmentPerform equipment calibrations as requiredMaintain records of testing documentationProvide technical support to production staffAdvise production staff if testing shows any deficiencies and develop action plans as requiredFill out all paperwork manually and on computer spreadsheets as necessaryEnsure all operations and paperwork are in compliance with CSAPerform other duties as requiredQualifications:&nbsp;2 years’ experience working in quality control/construction fieldExperience working in the concrete industry is preferredACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 certification (certification must be obtained within 3-months of start date) or CCIL Concrete Certification (preferred)Selection/awards will be given per Article 9.07/9.08The applicant employee who has the greatest overall seniority, provided that such employee is reasonably competent to do the workNotwithstanding the above, preference may be given to employees who have previously worked in the classification as a posted employee or trained employees who posted for a training positionPrerequisites:Safety and results orientedStrong product and production knowledgeStrong communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detailHave a basic understanding of the chemistry of concrete and its ingredientsGood mechanical aptitude and able to interpret technical drawingsMaintains composure in dealing with difficult situationsAble to sit, stand, climb and walk for extended periods of time as necessaryAble to lift up to 50 poundsAble to work in an industrial environment that may include dust, heat, loud noise, etc.Able to work effectively as part of a teamHas basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other basic operating programsCompensation:Training Wage: $29.94/hr (per CBA)&nbsp;Wage $44.71/hr (per CBA)The successful applicant for this position must work well in a team environment, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and continuously improve their own personal performance as well as the performance of the broader GVA market.Pre-employment medical including drug &amp; alcohol testing, background checks consisting of employment verification, education verification, and a criminal record check may be required.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.

Quality Control Field Technician

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 &amp; 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.Overview&nbsp;Lafarge Canada has an immediate opportunity at our Edmonton Alberta Canada location for a Quality Control Technician to support our Ready Mix Concrete quality operations in the greater Edmonton area through pre-pour and post-pour checks, performing concrete testing, and assuring that products meet specifications. The successful applicant for this position must work well in a team environment, demonstrate a strong, independent work ethic, and continuously improve their own personal performance and skills.The responsibilities:Perform quality control functions including testing of plastic and hardened concrete and testing of aggregatesField testing of concreteControlling concrete quality at the plant and in the fieldMaintain and perform detailed recordsMaintain records of testing documentationAdvise production staff if testing shows any deficienciesTest and verify production concrete product as batched or on site.Perform all necessary tasks related to testing and quality assurance.Qualifications and Competencies:Must have the ability to learn quickly and acquire skills to perform the job descriptionCCIL or ACI Certification is considered a strong assetA degree from college or university with a 2-year degree (Associate Degree) in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) is considered a strong assetPrevious construction related or concrete work is considered an assetMust be independent and be able to work with limited supervisionGood written and verbal communication skillsMust have good organization and planning skills with the ability to multi-taskMust be a team player with a positive attitudeMust project professionalism with both customers and co-workers RequirementsMust adhere to all Lafarge safety and environmental practices and policiesValid Alberta Driver’s license along with access to reliable transportationAble to use Microsoft Word and ExcelMust be able to work at varying start times which can include nights and weekends and overtimeAble to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of timeAble to lift up to 45 poundsAble to climb ladders, scaffolding and stockpilesAble to work in an industrial environment that may include dust, heat, loud noiseAble to do the above while wearing the appropriate required personal protective equipment (Hard hat, safety glasses, ear muffs, etc)As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, is required.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.

Quality Control Technician GEA

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 &amp; 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.OverviewThe Aggregate Quality Control (QC) Technician’s goal is to ensuring the highest customer satisfaction for the products.&nbsp; Areas of responsibilities include the QC testing of limestone products and ensuring processes are controlled during production, stockpiling and loading of limestone products in our Stonewall Quarry.Responsibilities:Quality control of limestone aggregate, through the active testing of finished goodsInterpret and communicate all test results to QC Supervisor and Production in a timely manner&nbsp;Ability to multi-task within business unit, flexible with regard to hours of work and responsibilities.Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Logistics, Production and SalesResponsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and labPerforms additional duties as assignedSafety and Environment:Adhere to all company safety and environmental practices and policies – training provided&nbsp;&nbsp;Assist operations in the support and implementation of safety protocolsEnforce safety on the work site (haulers, visitors, and plant crew)Identify and report workplace hazards and make positive suggestions for their elimination or controlRequired PPE must be worn at all timeQualificationsEducation:&nbsp; &nbsp;Grade 12 or equivalentCCiL Technician Certificate would be an assetKnowledge &amp; Skills:Able to understand and work with QC lab equipment&nbsp;Works well in a team environment.Excellent communication and leadership skills.&nbsp;Able to handle difficult issues in a positive way.&nbsp;Organized self-starter and can work independently.Strives for continuous improvement.&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong problem solvingExcellent time management skillsRequirements: &nbsp;Valid Driver’s LicenseOwn transportation – must be reliable&nbsp;Full-time hours with some OTMust be able to lift 25 to 50 lbsEmployment term:&nbsp;This is a seasonal position running between March to October.&nbsp;As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.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.

Aggregate Quality Control Technician

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 &amp; 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.OverviewLafarge is seeking a candidate to work within the quality control team to provide timely and accurate process control information, ensure that all testing equipment is operating properly, perform pre-pour and post-pour checks, perform concrete testing and certify that completed products meet specifications. Daily adherence to Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is required, as well as ensuring all requirements are met to maintain certification to these standards. The successful candidate will report to the Quality Control Supervisor and work closely with other Quality Control (QC) Technicians.Responsibilities:&nbsp;Test and verify production concrete product as batched or on site.Perform all necessary tasks related to testing and quality assurance.Follows and ensures full compliance with LafargeHolcim Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies, as well as WorkSafe BC Regulations.Follows and implements proper testing and reporting procedures per CSA.Job Scope:&nbsp;The successful candidate shall be willing and able to perform all the duties as expected for a QC technician and will be scheduled on an as needed basis. Required duties include:Implement the QC program (inspections, tests, completion of forms, etc.)Perform all types of concrete tests as required at plant &amp; or in fieldWork closely with ready mix drivers to educate them on mixes, slumps, air contents, etc.Perform aggregate sampling and burn offsRun and maintain testing equipmentPerform equipment calibrations as requiredMaintain records of testing documentationProvide technical support to production staffAdvise production staff if testing shows any deficiencies and develop action plans as requiredFill out all paperwork manually and on computer spreadsheets as necessaryEnsure all operations and paperwork are in compliance with CSAPerform other duties as requiredQualifications:&nbsp;2 years’ experience working in quality control/construction fieldExperience working in the concrete industry is preferredACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1 certification (certification must be obtained within 3-months of start date) or CCIL Concrete Certification (preferred)Selection/awards will be given per Article 9.07/9.08The applicant employee who has the greatest overall seniority, provided that such employee is reasonably competent to do the workNotwithstanding the above, preference may be given to employees who have previously worked in the classification as a posted employee or trained employees who posted for a training positionPrerequisites:Safety and results orientedStrong product and production knowledgeStrong communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detailHave a basic understanding of the chemistry of concrete and its ingredientsGood mechanical aptitude and able to interpret technical drawingsMaintains composure in dealing with difficult situationsAble to sit, stand, climb and walk for extended periods of time as necessaryAble to lift up to 50 poundsAble to work in an industrial environment that may include dust, heat, loud noise, etc.Able to work effectively as part of a teamHas basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other basic operating programsCompensation:Training Wage: $29.94/hr (per CBA)&nbsp;Wage $44.71/hr (per CBA)The successful applicant for this position must work well in a team environment, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and continuously improve their own personal performance as well as the performance of the broader GVA market.Pre-employment medical including drug &amp; alcohol testing, background checks consisting of employment verification, education verification, and a criminal record check may be required.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.

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 &amp; 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 &amp; OverviewLafarge, Canada’s leading supplier of construction materials has an opportunity for a Quality Technician at our Meldrum Bay QuarryThe hourly rate starts at $27.92/hr and increases to $28.92/hr after the probationary period.Responsibilities<ul><li>Safety: &nbsp;Implementation of Lafarge Safety Policies, and Compliance with Government Legislation. &nbsp;Safety Induction of Visitors to Quality Lab or site as required. Execution of Job Hazard Analyses for QC Tasks, and implementation of Action Items. &nbsp;Execution and implementation of Lab/QC Safety Improvement Plans.</li><li>Aggregate Product Performance:&nbsp;Implement programs and processes to ensure compliance of all products with relevant Codes, Standards, and Specifications. &nbsp;Implement Lafarge Quality Program, including sampling, testing, reporting and follow up for all products as determined for each site of responsibility. &nbsp;Record, Monitor and communicate Aggregate KPI performance with key stakeholders as required – investigate variances from Plan and establish corrective actions as required. &nbsp;Participate in or lead the development and implementation of site specific actions to reduce and/or utilize long products, including innovating new combination materials. &nbsp;Provide input to ensure alignment between Sales and Operational staff to ensure product performance meets customer expectations</li><li>Physical attributes:&nbsp;While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, grasp, handle, or feel. &nbsp;The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb stairs &amp; ladders; reach with hands and arms; talk, hear and smell. &nbsp;Infrequently the employee is required to work in awkward situations; balance; stoop, kneel or crouch. &nbsp;The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds. &nbsp;Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. &nbsp;Employee must perform work outdoors in all weather conditions, and will work around moving mechanical parts and equipment. &nbsp;Various PPE will include safety boots, reflective clothing, safety glasses, gloves and hard hat. &nbsp;Additional PPE may be required depending upon tasks.</li></ul>Relationship with Others:<ul><li>Reports to the area Quality Control Supervisor.&nbsp;</li><li>Works closely with Production Staff, Distribution Staff, and Sales Territory Manager</li></ul>Specific Accountabilities:<ul><li>Safety</li><li>Product Performance</li><li>Customer Service/Support</li><li>Product Quality Control and Performance</li><li>Troubleshooting</li><li>Cost Management</li><li>Quality Policies and Training&nbsp;</li></ul>Dimensions:Starting wage will be commensurate with skills and experience. Candidates must Possess Full G-class Driver’s License. &nbsp;Qualification Profile:Education &amp; Work Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Post-secondary education in Civil engineering or equivalent an asset</li><li>Ontario high school diploma (OSSD) or equivalent is preferred.</li></ul>Knowledge &amp; Skills:<ul><li>The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction materials (aggregates, asphalt and concrete) industry and have knowledge of quality control tests.</li><li>Should have excellent written and oral communication skills and capable of creating good relationships internally and externally with our customers.</li><li>Must also be able to work well as part of a team and independently.</li><li>Good computer skills for Windows based software.</li><li>Driver License, minimum G2.</li></ul> Work Environment:<ul><li>Must be able to work in outdoor and indoor work environments in all weather.</li><li>Flexible hours will be required which will include overtime and weekend work.&nbsp;</li><li>Able to perform a variety of tasks, including moderate to heavy lifting, bending, reaching, carrying.</li><li>This role will require the handling of aggregates lab equipment.</li></ul>Lominger Competency Profile:<ul><li>Customer Focus &nbsp;</li><li>Managing Conflict</li><li>Problem Solving</li><li>Time Management</li><li>Interpersonal Savvy &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>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. &nbsp;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.&nbsp; &nbsp;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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