Overview
Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Lockport, NY at Kistner Concrete Products Inc.
Quality Control Technician
Kistner Concrete Products, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturer of high-quality precast concrete products serving Upstate New York for generations. We are committed to precision, consistency, and maintaining strict quality standards across all operations.
To learn more:
Website: www.Kistner.com
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@kistnerconcreteproductsinc286
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to support and enforce our quality standards throughout the production process. This role requires strong technical aptitude, accountability, and the ability to make independent, quality-driven decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (overtime required as needed)
Key Responsibilities
· Perform and document daily testing of fresh concrete, aggregate moisture, and compressive strength (cylinder breaks) with a high degree of accuracy
· Conduct pre-pour, in-process, and post-pour inspections using shop drawings and specifications
· Identify, document, and communicate quality issues clearly and promptly
· Ensure strict adherence to company, NPCA and ACI standards, and customer specifications
· Maintain organized, audit-ready records of all testing and inspections
· Safely operate testing equipment, computers/tablets, and basic tools
Required Qualifications
· Must be 18 years or older
· Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure (assessment will be conducted during the interview)
· Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and technical specifications
· Strong math skills with attention to detail and accuracy
· Proven reliability, punctuality, and accountability in prior roles
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines
Certification Requirement
· Must obtain ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I certification within the first year of employment (company-supported)
Preferred Experience (Strongly Considered)
· Prior experience in concrete, construction materials testing, manufacturing QA/QC, or similar field
· Experience performing ASTM/ACI testing procedures
· Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word
· Experience working in environments with strict quality or compliance standards
Additional Requirements
· Must be local to or able to commute to Lockport, NY
(No relocation assistance available)
What Sets This Role Apart
This is not an entry-level general labor position. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality and compliance. Candidates who succeed in this position are precise, accountable, and take ownership of their work.
Why Join Kistner?
· Stable, family-owned company
· Consistent full-time schedule with overtime opportunities
· Hands-on work
· Team-oriented environment
Kistner Concrete Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Pay: $24.00 – $25.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to accurately read a tape measure to the 1/16″?
Ability to Commute:
- Lockport, NY 14094 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Control Inspector
Company: Kistner Concrete Products Inc.
Location: Lockport, NY
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