Jacob Howe
East Walpole,MA
Summary
Ambitious and hard-working General Construction Inspector II with 25 years of experience in QC and QA materials testing for soils, asphalt, binder and concrete. Expertise in plant inspection, source property testing and quality assurance testing. Committed to providing high-quality service to every project. Results-driven quality assurance professional with expertise in specimen preparation, technical review, and health and safety compliance. Proven ability to implement standard operating procedures and conduct thorough quality control checks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Construction Inspector II HMA / Binder Lab
Mass DOT
Hopkinton, Massachusetts
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted routine tests on samples to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing regular calibrations and troubleshooting issues.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by labeling, sorting, and organizing according to protocols.
- Trained new staff on laboratory procedures and safety standards.
- Coordinated schedules for laboratory experiments and staff assignments.
- Conducted quality control checks on lab equipment and maintained records.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for efficient workflow management.
- Collaborated with research teams to support experimental design and execution.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines in all laboratory practices.
- Kept equipment in good working order and facilities clean, neat and organized.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency within the lab environment through process optimization initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing experimental results for review by senior management.
Civil Engineer I
Mass DOT
Taunton, MA
12.2014 - 01.2021
- Attended meetings and site locations to gather data for project work.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software.
- Monitored and tracked samples using LIMMS, notifying supervisors and clients of missing samples or database errors.
- Assisted and instructed other laboratory technicians.
- Prepared project files for compliance with operating procedures.
- Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
- Conducted training sessions on ACI Concrete Field testing and certification
Quality Control Supervisor
Boston Sand & Gravel
Boston, MA
8/1/00 - 11.2014
- Conducted inspections with quality control team members.
- Scheduled priorities, equipment, workstations and staff members to meet goals on time.
- Executed written quality control protocols, gathered data and generated reports with support of team members.
- Supported product launch activities and continuous improvement initiatives in cross-functional and collaborative environment.
- Generated detailed and accurate inspection and testing reports according to current good manufacturing practices.
- Tracked key performance indicators and anticipated and corrected trends that compromised achievement of targets.
- Kept records of quality reports and statistical reviews.
- Supervised and guided inspectors, technicians and other staff.
- Analyzed quality control test results and provided feedback and interpretation to production management or staff.
- Collected and analyzed production samples to evaluate quality.
- Fielded customer complaints and rectified service issues.
- Monitored product trends and suggested changes.
- Appraised customers' requirements and worked to maintain high satisfaction.
- Completed various financial and quality audits for different departments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinkerton Academy
Derry, NH06.1994
Skills
- Maintain calibration and standardization records
- Technical review
- Proficient in LIMMS, Office 365, Microsoft Teams
- Specimen preparation
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Health and safety compliance
- Quality assurance authority
- Sampling protocols
- Inspection procedures
- Production experience
- Reporting and analysis
- Product testing
- Asphalt binder acceptance and verification testing testing
- Participation in AASHTO re:source accreditation
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- NETTCP: HMA Plant Technician; QA Technologist; PG Asphalt Binder Technician
- ACI: Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1; Concrete Strength Testing Technician; Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level 1; Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1
- OSHA 10 hour Certification
- APNGA Radiation Safety Officer Class 51657-171-640-2641
Timeline
General Construction Inspector II HMA / Binder Lab
Mass DOT
01.2021 - Current
Civil Engineer I
Mass DOT
12.2014 - 01.2021
Quality Control Supervisor
Boston Sand & Gravel
8/1/00 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Pinkerton Academy