Material/Process Inspector I, II or III

Performs complex material tests and manufacturing process inspections in laboratories, plants and at points of supply. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Material/Process Inspector I

• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors and material producers and suppliers.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment.
• Performs tests and inspection duties.
• Records test data on worksheets and performs calculations to convert raw data into specific units of measurement.
• Secures, logs in and prepares samples of raw materials or manufactured materials at various stages of production for testing
• Drives/travels to laboratories, manufacturing plants, points of supply, warehouses and project sites to monitor status of programs
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 
   

Material/Process Inspector II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors
• Prepares and maintains inspection or test reports and issues material reports
• Reviews plans and material specifications for changes in material requirements
   

Material/Process Inspector III

In addition to the duties listed above

• Advises supervisor of inspection activities and problems at plants and assists in coordinating inspections.
• Coordinates test and inspection results with engineers, inspectors, material producers and suppliers and field construction personnel and may assist in determining cause for material problems
• Handles material or production problems referred by less experienced inspectors.
• Prepares and maintains inspection or test reports and issues material reports.

Minimum Qualifications:Education: 

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience: 

Material/Process Inspector I: None Required

Material/Process Inspector II: 1 year of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related work.

Material/Process Inspector III: 2 years of experience in laboratory work, material inspection or other engineering related work.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.   Substitutions for Minimum Qualification

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Material/Process Inspector I

No certification required; must have or obtain the required licenses or certifications listed below within twelve (12) months of date of hire.

Material/Process Inspector II/III

• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 202
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 101
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 102
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 201
• Cert Soils & Flex Bases SB 103
• Aggregate Prop Spec Agg101
• HMA Plant Spec-IA
• HMA Mix Design Spec-II

Competencies: 

• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Giving attention to detail and reviewing information to identify any errors and problems; ensuring consistency and clarity of information
• Conducting laboratory tests
• Calibrating equipment
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Laboratory testing procedures and methodologies
• Safety using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
• Training in a classroom, office or field environment
   

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Visual Acuity-operate machines
   

Conditions of Employment: 

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at e) – does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
 

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