Technical Services Manager-Concrete
AMAT
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States | Shreveport, Louisiana, United States | Shreveport, Louisiana, United States | Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Job ID: 525566
Position OverviewAs a Technical Services Manager for Ready-Mix concrete in the Shreveport area, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality in the production and placement of ready-mix concrete. This role is critical in maintaining the reputation of the company as a reliable supplier of high-quality products. It involves a combination of technical expertise, attention to detail, regulatory knowledge, and strong communication and leadership skills.
Roles & Responsibilities- Overseeing, developing, and implementing quality control procedures and standards for ready-mix concrete production. This involves conducting regular tests, inspections, and analyses to ensure that the concrete meets industry specifications and customer requirements.
- Designing and maintaining testing protocols for various properties of ready-mix concrete, such as slump, air, unit weight, temperature, and compressive strength. Ensuring that all equipment and instruments used for testing are properly calibrated and functioning accurately.
- Staying up to date with city, state, and government standards related to producing ready-mix concrete. Ensuring that the ready-mix plants comply with regulations and that all necessary certifications are obtained and maintained.
- Keeping detailed records of test results, inspections, and quality control measures. Generating reports to provide evidence of compliance and product quality to internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure that the ready-mix concrete being delivered meets the required quality standards. Communicating any issues or concerns regarding product quality and working together to address them.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance the quality of the products and efficiency of operations. This might involve implementing new testing methods, optimizing storage conditions, or recommending equipment upgrades.
- Train and manage a team of technical services representatives responsible for carrying out various testing procedures at the plants, labs, and project sites, ensuring that the team is well-trained and competent in their roles.
- Collaborate with other business departments, such as operations, maintenance, safety, and sales, to ensure a holistic approach to quality control and overall plant operations.
- Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with advancements in concrete technology, technical service methods, and industry best practices.
- Effectively communicate with internal teams, suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies to provide information about quality control processes, test results, and compliance.
- Complete all paperwork and reports required by the company in a timely manner.
- Review timecards and monitor attendance. Adhere to and positively communicate all company policies.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required
- Other duties as may be assigned
Skills & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Materials Engineering, or other engineering fields will also be considered based on relevance
- Minimum of 7 years in concrete or concrete products quality control required.
- Minimum 2 years of experience managing a team of 2 or more, preferred
- Proven ability to understand technical aspects of concrete design and production.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including effective communication and conflict resolution.
- Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
- Computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Preferred experience in concrete design programs.
- Relative NRMCA or ACI certifications are preferred.
- Experience dealing with DOT preferred.
What CRH Offers You- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
- Competitive base pay
- Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
