Quality Technician

About the Role

Join Hynds Pipe Systems Limited at our Pokeno manufacturing facility as a Quality Technician responsible for ensuring the superior quality of precast concrete and concrete pipe products. Maintaining our S-Mark certification, you will safeguard our reputation and help build reliable infrastructure for communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine product tests including load and water-tightness (hydrostatic) evaluations on concrete pipes according to both national and international standards.
• Perform quality assurance checks before and after pouring precast concrete, inspecting mould dimensions, reinforcement, surface finish, and product markings.
• Execute dimensional inspections on pipes and reinforcement cages, carrying out repairs to concrete items when necessary.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports by raising and resolving them for any products not meeting standards.
• Support concrete trial processes, sample preparation, and characterization of raw materials such as sand, aggregates, and additives.
• Maintain cleanliness, calibration, and audit readiness of laboratory and testing equipment.
• Compile and communicate QA data on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis while alerting to any deviations from tolerances.
• Provide backup cover across various roles including Batcher, Gatekeeper, Precast, Pipe Technician, and Lab as needed.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient workplace by upholding stringent health, safety, and environmental protocols.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of one year experience in civil engineering or manufacturing laboratory testing focused on concrete samples and products.
• Completion of tertiary education in QA, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in laboratory procedures and standardized testing methods.
• Proficient computer skills, particularly with MS Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail with accurate test result reporting.
• Effective communication abilities and a cooperative, team-oriented attitude.
• Commitment to safety and capability to lift weights up to 20kg safely.
• Initiative-driven with a focus on problem-solving and continuous process improvement.

Why Work with Hynds?

• Engage in a workplace culture that values people and prioritizes safety.
• Access continual training, skill enhancement, and professional development.
• Join a supportive and tightly knit production and quality assurance team.
• Contribute actively to sustainable infrastructure projects serving New Zealand communities.