Technical Services Manager

 
 

Job ID:  507547

 

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

 

Position Overview

 

As a Technical Services Manager for Ready-Mix concrete in the Texas Region, 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 and/or a minimum of 7 years in concrete or concrete products quality control.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing a team of 2 or