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Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

Promote Safety. Take an active role in prioritizing safety for yourself and others to have zero accidents and are in total compliance with all Vulcan policies and procedures.

Manage Employee Relations. Provide strong leadership, training, team building, and supervision to all Technical Service employees within the area in order to support both the sales and operational functions of the business. Provide guidance on all recruitment, training, development, and retention strategies for employees.

Industry Best Practices. Person possesses working knowledge of aggregate, asphalt and ready mix concrete plant operations and extensive knowledge of ASTM, DOT and AASHTO testing procedures. Person must be knowledgeable in product related specifications and finished products.

Implement Business Plans. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the area's business unit plans and strategic QC/QA initiatives.

Sample. Supervise, coordinate, and/or perform all plant input/output sampling, testing, and data interpretation to improve plant optimization and efficiencies for the area of responsibility.

Maintain Compliance. Ensure that all assigned Technical Service labs are in compliance with Vulcan's safety and operations policies and procedures along with meeting all AGC/IDOT testing procedures. Ensure that materials are in accordance with specifications and quality standards set forth by all agencies and not limited to IDOT, INDOT, WSDOT, Illinois Tollway Authority, CDOT, and FAA.

Work with Managers. Work closely with the Operations Support, Operations Manager, and Plant Managers on current and future mining plans and plant changes that may affect quality ratings and gradation control.

Train. Assist the Technical Services Department in training in areas such as sampling, testing, correct handling of aggregates, and utilization of the Technical Services computer program. Troubleshoot, educate, and supervise staff.

Manage Process Improvement. Direct process improvement goals and objectives for assigned plants in order to improve productivity and efficiency through plant studies, optimization studies or other means to improve profitability. Establish and measure performance standards for technical support groups. Establish procedures to improve the gradation and quality consistency of all products.

Ensure Economic Profit. Manage the annual budget process. Work with plant management to help ensure plants will meet or exceed budget goals and objectives. Support the sales and operation team by creating new products to gain market share and eliminate noninventory material.
Coach and Guide Others. Provide strong leadership skills by motivating and mentoring all employees. Set performance standards for employees and monitor performance.

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned. Expect to have strong working relationships with the authorities that define and measure compliance with the specifications for the aggregates, concrete, and asphalt industries. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the technical and operations personnel of Vulcan's key customers.

Skills You'll Need:

Experience. With a college degree, one must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in engineering, mining, geology, or a related field. Without a college degree, must have a minimum of 5 years of experience. Must have the ability to obtain state certification(s) within one year of employment.

Communication Skills. Must possess excellent oral communication skills. Must possess strong written communication skills to develop communication regarding technical matters, including writing test procedures.

Time Management Skills. Must have the ability to work in a very stressful, deadline-oriented environment that requires complex, technical information and decision-making. Must be able to present information in a clear and concise manner.

Technology Skills. Must be able to use telephone, fax machines, lab equipment, computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices. Must be able to operate motorized vehicles.

Product Knowledge. Must possess a high degree of product knowledge and end-use applications. Must have an understanding of VMC quality information system. Must understand and be familiar with mix design characteristics and various product specifications.

Operational Knowledge. Must have the ability to perform all QC Tech duties. Must possess working knowledge of aggregate, asphalt, and ready mix concrete plant operations. Must possess extensive knowledge of ASTM, DOT, and AASHTO testing procedures. Must be knowledgeable in product-related specifications and finished products.

Regulatory Knowledge. Must be able to understand, interpret, and apply policies and procedures. Must display knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations.

Interpersonal Skills. Must possess strong verbal communication skills for dealing with plant production personnel, plant managers, contractors, and agency representatives.

Driving Skills. Must have a current, valid driver's license

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.