Director of Concrete Quality & Testing

Director of Concrete Quality and Testing

Benefits:

Company Culture & Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Benefits (Medical Employer Covers Low/Mid plans Employee Only)

Dental, Vision, and 401k Matching

Stable Employment - Year Round

Growth Opportunities

Life Insurance

Weekly pay on Fridays!

Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30am-5pm and Fridays 7:30am–2pm (In-Office), occasional travel

About Us:

For over 40 years, The FRICKS Company has specialized in the design, construction and finishing of the most durable concrete floor surfaces in the world - extending the floor surface by up to 10 times that of conventional concrete. Nationwide distribution and food processing facilities are discovering the productivity and profitability benefits of a FRICKS industrial concrete floor.

Purpose:

The function of this position is to manage the daily laboratory operation in our home office. This includes performing quality control testing, mix designs, and report the results related to concrete compressive and flexural strength. This position will ensure that proper testing procedures are followed, reported, and maintained.

This position will involve very close interaction with a Project Managers, Project Coordinator, and ownership. Ensures that company vision, core values, goals, purpose, and culture are being driven, exemplified, shared, and taught with consistency.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate testing schedule with Project Managers, Project Coordinators and ownership

Partner with internal stakeholders to optimize workflow

Analyze materials and make recommendations

Perform regular testing and record data

Identify, recommend, and assist with process/equipment improvements for set-ups and test methods

Capable of executing laboratory-based investigations and development projects

Maintain and operate physical and analytical testing equipment

Promptly report any mechanical or calibration problems with equipment

Ensure proper inventory management for admixtures and raw materials

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ensure the lab remains clean, organized, and safe

Other duties as assigned by Management

Required Skills:

Mix-Design experience required

Knowledge of laboratory techniques, field techniques and test methods on cement and concrete (i.e., ASTM, AASHTO, ACI)

Understanding of cement and concrete ASTMs, AASHTOs, and /or other similar test standards

Skilled with cement and concrete testing equipment and tools

Knowledge with analytical equipment

Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree or ACI certification, preferred.

Prior knowledge and ability to acquire testing certifications sponsored by Fricks.

Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged standing and walking

Ability to crouch, stoop, kneel, squat and bend for long periods of time.

Able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Requires full range of body movement

Able to work in Shop/Warehouse environment, indoor/outdoor, and occasional inclement weather conditions.

Overtime as needed