Quality Technician

Quality Technician Northstone Materials is a leading supplier of quality construction materials and innovative solutions across Northern Ireland. As part of the CRH Group, we are committed to excellence in safety, sustainability, and career development. We are seeking to recruit suitably qualified Quality Technician to join the Quality Control/ Technical team.

The successful candidate will be primarily based at Craigantlet , with regular travel required to other Northstone sites. A Company vehicle will be provided. The role will report directly to the Regional Quality Manager. Job Purpose Performing site and laboratory tests, reporting results from laboratory tests to produce reliable and precise data to support the quality system and assure the quality of our building materials and products.

Key duties and responsibilities.

• Adhere to all health safety and environmental requirements
• Perform all tasks following strict methodologies in accordance with the company management systems.
• Collecting material samples from our quarry and manufacturing processes.
• Communicating with managers, production and commercial personnel where potential issues may arise and developing solutions with them.
• Liaising with Technical Managers on product or process performance.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Keeping accurate records, updating database and maintaining QC equipment.
• Conducting site visits to address complaints and support of complaint management systems.
• Technical support for concrete pours.
• Additional duties as required. Key Skills Essential
• Competent record keeping skills and attention to detail
• Computer literate and good communication skills.
• Good report writing skills and ability to work in a team.
• Full UK driving licence
• Valid UK visa / full right to work in UK Desirable
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and a Science subject would be beneficial.
• Further education or interest in engineering, materials science, or related disciplines desirable. The Company is committed to equality and diversity. It strives to be an employer of choice by creating a culture and working environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all individuals. Every individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity in the workplace and this includes protection against discrimination. Having greater diversity within our Company helps us perform much better and enable us to come up with innovative solutions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.