Proform Concrete Services jobs

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Inspector is a plant-based role located at Proform’s precast concrete manufacturing facility in Red Deer, Alberta. This position is responsible for performing daily pre-pour and post-pour inspections, aggregate and concrete testing, equipment calibration, documentation, and related quality control activities to ensure products meet project specifications, applicable standards, and Proform’s quality and safety requirements.

Employment Details

· Employment type: Full-time, permanent

· Location: Red Deer, Alberta

· Reports to: Post-Production Manager

· Schedule: 40+ hours per week; various shift start times may be required

· Overtime: Frequent overtime may be required based on production needs

· Work setting: Safety-sensitive precast concrete manufacturing facility

Key Responsibilities

· Review project drawings, specifications, codes, and applicable quality standards to confirm inspection and testing requirements.

· Perform pre-pour inspections of forms, steel framework, reinforcing steel, rebar, mesh placement, embeds, and layout to verify conformance with approved drawings and specifications.

· Perform concrete testing, including but not limited to slump flow, air content, temperature, and compressive strength testing, in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.

· Conduct aggregate testing, including sieve analysis and moisture checks, as required.

· Perform post-pour inspections of precast products, including vaults, box culverts, manholes, catch basins, reinforced concrete pipe, and other underground drainage products, to identify defects and verify conformance.

· Calibrate and verify testing equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with required specifications.

· Review inspection and testing data to confirm products meet applicable ASTM, CSA, CPCQA, project, and company quality requirements.

· Maintain accurate quality documentation, inspection records, test reports, and reporting requirements for the quality program.

· Maintain the non-conformance reporting system and support follow-up actions through resolution.

· Analyze quality control results and communicate trends, concerns, or recommended process improvements to support quality, service, and efficiency targets.

· Assist with internal, customer, and third-party audits as required.

Core Competencies

• Communication

• Time management

• Accountability and dependability

• Decision-making and judgment

• Ethics and integrity

• Planning and organization

• Teamwork

• Precision and accuracy

Required Qualifications

· Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Materials Testing Technology or 3 years of experience in concrete QA/QC activities.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

· Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.

· Ability to meet company certification standards.

Working Conditions

· Work is performed in a precast concrete manufacturing plant and may include indoor and outdoor work in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

· Exposure may include noise, dust, wet or uneven surfaces, moving equipment, and concrete-related materials.

· Personal protective equipment is required and must be worn in accordance with company policies and site requirements.

· The role requires extended periods of standing, kneeling, bending, repetitive work, and manual handling of materials.

· Shift schedules, start times, and overtime may vary depending on production requirements.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person