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Cement Plant QC Chemist | Midlothian TX

Midlothian, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jul 2025

About the role

Are you ready to start a new career with a LEADER in the industry and WORLD CLASS team! What we offer:

Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities
Annual Pay Increases
PTO Available as of DAY ONE
Opportunities to grow with company
Guaranteed to be home every day
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Position SummaryUnder immediate direction of the Quality Control Supervisor, the Quality Control Chemist performs various tests and analyzes samples in Laboratory for cement production. Requirements

Collect samples of raw materials, fuel and product for quality analysis.
Run chemical and physical tests on samples
Make up solutions required to run chemical tests
Keep records of tests run
Calibrate apparatus used to run tests and maintain calibration records
Maintenance of laboratory equipment
Participate in CCRL and inter-plant quality control testing programs
Clean assigned lab areas
Enter test results into computer on daily basis
Inventory and order consumable items used in the lab
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Preferred Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
A minimum of 60 hours of college-level work from an accredited college including a minimum of 8 hours of Chemistry or related science course(s)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in the English language
Ability to reason through operational issues as they arise and resolve or communicate to others
Must have comprehensive knowledge of plant operations as they affect quality of product
Must have general knowledge of calculators and computers
A high degree of manual dexterity and accuracy required
Preferred knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement
Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
Ability to perform basic math functions
Must have a basic understanding of the plant operations
Must have excellent work and safety record
Must understand Lockout/Tagout procedure and safety requirements

Physical Requirements

Must work rotating shift
Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds of weight up/ 2 flights of stairs 2 times per day
Must be able to work at heights of 50 ft. or more
Must be able lift and carry 20 pounds for up to 200 yards 12 times per day and up/down up to 3 flights of stairs each trip
Physical requirements also include visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, climbing on equipment, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, and squatting to perform the essential functions
Must be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required

Working ConditionMust be able to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, and rain). Must be able to work in noisy environment with noise levels up to 120 dba. Must be able to work in environments including vibration and mechanical and electrical hazards. Must be able to work any assigned shift. May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDS’s) DISCLAIMERThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.