Materials Manager 1

Description of Work

This position oversees material inspections, quality assurance activities, and program oversight for fabricated materials used in transportation projects. The role ensures statewide consistency, compliance, and strong technical practices. As a Materials Manager 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Work Supervision: Assign and oversee Materials Technicians performing inspections and testing at fabrication facilities and project sites
• Quality Reviews: Conduct quality assurance reviews to evaluate fabricator operations and identify necessary improvements
• Assurance Evaluation: Perform independent assurance reviews by verifying personnel, equipment, and inspection procedures for compliance
• Corrective Actions: Develop solutions for discrepancies, enforce corrective action plans, and document results in required systems
• Specification Compliance: Review materials, certifications, and engineering documents to ensure they meet applicable requirements
• Training Support: Provide instruction to industry partners and staff on material control techniques and departmental specifications

Qualifications

Required Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Materials Supervisor or Materials Technician 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Five years of progressively responsible and varied experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, or hydraulic or similar construction projects; and graduation from high school. An Associate Degree or two years of college in an engineering or science curriculum may be substituted for one year of the required experience; or One year of technical experience in the testing of materials used in highway, bridge, building, hydraulic, soils or similar construction projects; and a Bachelor's Degree in a physical science or closely related field; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements: This particular position also requires a valid Class C driver's license. You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.