Director-Asphalt Materials & Research

The Director, Asphalt Materials & Research.

is responsible for formulating all Polymer Modified Asphalt (PMA) designs.

These formulations are to be efficient, safe and cost effective.

In addition, this position is responsible for qualifying the laboratory and managing the lab personnel.

If lab personnel are not available, it will be the responsibility of this position to handle the testing firsthand.

This role manages day-to-day laboratory operations, ensures regulatory compliance, ensures QA/QC on all material made and drives continuous improvement in quality, safety, and operational performance.The Director, Asphalt Materials & Research.

is responsible for formulating all Polymer Modified Asphalt (PMA) designs.

These formulations are to be efficient, safe and cost effective.

In addition, this position is responsible for qualifying the laboratory and managing the lab personnel.

If lab personnel are not available, it will be the responsibility of this position to handle the testing firsthand.

This role manages day-to-day laboratory operations, ensures regulatory compliance, ensures QA/QC on all material made and drives continuous improvement in quality, safety, and operational performance.Qualifications:


* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields (preferred).


* 5 - 10+ years of experience in asphalt formulations and, lab operations.


* 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.


* Strong knowledge of liquid asphalt productions processes, blending, and storage systems.


* Familiarity with plant control systems and industrial equipment.


* Understanding of safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.


* Proven leadership and team management skills.


* Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.


* Ability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment.


* OSHA Safety Certification (optional)


* TWIC card

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to walk & stand for extended periods (8 - 12 hours per shift) in a plant environment, climb, use manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work, hear sufficient to hear conversations in person, and via telephone and radio, and vision sufficient for distance sight and to read diagrams, computer screens, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws, and plans.

The employee is occasionally required to reach, push, and pull with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Physical dexterity may involve stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions.

Capability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed during inspections and equipment checks.

Must be able to work in varying environmenta...