Small Business Development Manager

Job Summary

Ensure a safe working environment and be responsible for ensuring the quality and performance of construction materials used in ready mix concrete production. Your role will involve conducting thorough testing, analyzing results, and providing technical expertise to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. Must maintain a professional appearance, communication, and work environment and be able to work with others, including non-Van Eaton Ready Mix personnel. Endeavor to create and enforce a positive culture of safety. Ensure compliance with all appropriate governmental regulations as they apply to the mobile lab and materials testing. Ensure compliance with the Van Eaton Ready Mix QC/QA policies as applied to the assigned area.

Essential Functions

• Material Testing: Perform comprehensive testing and analysis of various construction materials, including aggregates, cement, admixtures, and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), to assess their quality, suitability, and performance characteristics.
• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality control procedures and protocols to ensure the consistent quality of raw materials and ready-mix concrete products. Monitor and evaluate material samples at different stages of production to identify any variations or potential issues.
• Compliance and Standards: Stay updated with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations related to material testing and quality control. Ensure compliance with local, national, and international standards, such as ASTM, ACI, and relevant building codes.
• Testing Equipment and Procedures: Manage and maintain testing equipment, instruments, and tools. Develop and refine testing methodologies and procedures to optimize accuracy, efficiency, and safety in material testing processes.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze test results and prepare comprehensive reports outlining findings, interpretations, and recommendations. Communicate test results and technical information to internal clients, including management, production teams, and customers, as necessary.
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve material-related issues, including variations in performance, non-compliance with specifications, or customer complaints. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate root causes, develop corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve material testing processes, methodologies, and quality control procedures. Seek opportunities for innovation and adoption of new technologies or techniques to enhance testing efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with internal teams, such as production, quality control, and research and development, to ensure seamless integration of material testing activities. Foster effective communication channels with external clients, including suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

8-hour shift

License/Certification

Professional Engineer License (Required)

Ability to Commute

Norman, OK 73071 (Required)

Work Location

In person

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Bachelor's or greater degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, including aggregates, cement, and admixtures, and their properties.
• Proficiency in material testing techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations, such as ASTM and ACI.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze complex data.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication skills to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in testing and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Prior experience in material testing for the ready-mix concrete industry is preferred.