Technical Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engages to understand the strengths and opportunities of VSS' construction operations and seeks to enhance operations through the introduction of innovations and emerging technologies.
• Works closely with VSS's emulsion plant teams to understand capabilities and better efficiencies through the introduction of innovations and emerging technologies.
• Always seeks new products and techniques which will enhance the Company’s bottom line performance.
• Provides oversight to VSS’ Laboratories and all field and plant testing procedures.
• Troubleshoots to assist others with resolution when problems occur.
• Adheres to all company, local, and federal procedures, guidelines, and rules regarding the protection of self and plant staff.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions based on the best information available, and communicate that information to those that need to know.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Manage the process of designing, organizing, and implementing a quality control plan.
• Oversees the performance of Quality Control Testing of asphalt, emulsions and associated materials as assigned.
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures and established safe practices.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and manage and coach of group of 2-3 employees.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of all governing specifications for various State and local agencies.
• Keep a written daily log of activities and observations and report in writing to management as required.
• Perform sampling, processing, and testing materials used in the production of Emulsions in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, DOT, and FAA.
• Communicate with Plant Operators, Field Superintendents, agency officials and engineering representatives, as necessary, in a professional manner.
• Prepare and maintain Daily Progress Reports, QC Charts, and testing records.
• Evaluate test results and communicate with Lab Technicians to assist with maintaining compliance with specifications, including mixture blend changes.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of lab testing equipment and document findings.
• Observe and record activities of outside testing agencies and contractors as they relate and affect both the quality of finished products.
• Ensure all employees under your purview keep current with certifications in the various states the company conducts business.
• Identify problems, gather, and analyze information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Oversee the maintenance and certification of lab equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and meet other housekeeping needs as required.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Windows Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications and drawings.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, supervisors, and customers.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as statistics, PWLs and geometry to determine trends.
• Complies with all federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Must possess a valid Driver License.