About Aggregate Industries UK

We are at the heart of construction, committed to building progress and transforming the industry to deliver a more sustainable future for all. We are recognised as one of the safest, most customer-focused companies in this space and we are looking for you to be part of our movement to grow, innovate and develop together to create continuous value. Join today and build progress with us.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as our Quality Control Shift Operative at our Cement plant in Cauldon. The QCSO is responsible for conducting day to day testing and non-routine sampling and testing. This role is responsible for accurate analysis within the statutory legislation and the internal company Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental Standards. 

Key Responsibilities of the role includes

• To collect and analyse samples.
• To assist with the day-to-day operations in Laboratory
• To ensure all testing is conducted according to the BS standards
• To ensure all customer requests are dealt with in a timely fashion.
• General cleaning, safety & housekeeping duties.
• First line maintenance and calibration duties on laboratory equipment
• Enter data analysis results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• To ensure compliance with all relevant statutory legislation and the internal company Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental Standards
• Regular testing and analysis of samples including final product (mill and despatch cements), fuels, raw materials, & water etc. and the requirement to understand and communicate the results.
• To ensure all testing of cements meets the required standards and is communicated fully within the department.

Who you are

• Sampling, physical testing and chemical analysis.
• Knowledge of customer requirements.
• Experience of XRF and XRD techniques, including calibration procedures.
• Knowledge of cement manufacturing would be beneficial.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of environmental and quality standards.
• IT literate particularly with Techbase and Microsoft applications
• Attention to detail and Good standard of Written & Numerical Literacy.
• Good communication skills both verbal and Written.
• Be self-motivated and able to work effectively under pressure.
• No previous experience required.

Benefits

💰 Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring

❤️ Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

🩺 Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

📚 Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim)

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.