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<h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(89, 89, 89); font-size: 20px;">StructureCast is a growing company looking for exceptional professionals to join the team to provide a safe, employee-centered team that is prepared to produce the highest quality concrete products in today's market.</span></h1><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);">Position Summary</h1><p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt;">We are seeking a highly qualified and detail-oriented Concrete and Aggregate Laboratory Manager to lead and oversee all operations of our AASHTO-accredited materials testing laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day laboratory functions, maintaining AASHTO accreditation compliance, supervising and developing laboratory personnel, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence. This role requires a strong technical background in concrete and aggregate materials testing, combined with proven leadership and administrative capabilities. This role will be transitioned into combined laboratory manager and quality control technician for precast concrete products.</p><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);"><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></h1><ul><li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li><li>Professional development and certification reimbursement</li><li>Continuing education support</li></ul><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);">Key Responsibilities</h1><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">Laboratory Operations &amp; Management - Precast Quality Control</h2><ul><li>Oversee all daily operations of the concrete and aggregate testing laboratory in compliance with AASHTO accreditation requirements. Ensure all testing procedures are performed in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, and applicable state/federal standards. Maintain laboratory equipment calibration schedules, inspection logs, and maintenance records.</li><li>Manage the procurement of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment.</li><li>Implement and enforce laboratory safety protocols and OSHA compliance standards.</li><li>Monitor and manage laboratory workflow to ensure timely and accurate delivery of test results. Oversee the preparation, review, and issuance of laboratory test reports and data packages.</li></ul><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">AASHTO Accreditation Management</h2><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for all AASHTO accreditation activities, audits, and correspondence.</li><li>Maintain full compliance with AASHTO R18 and all accreditation program requirements.</li><li>Prepare and manage all documentation required for AASHTO accreditation renewal and expansion.</li><li>Coordinate and lead internal proficiency sample programs and inter-laboratory comparison studies.</li><li>Conduct internal audits and corrective action processes to maintain accreditation standing.</li><li>Track and implement updates to relevant AASHTO and ASTM standards and testing procedures.</li></ul><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);">Minimum Qualifications</h1><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">Education</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Materials Science, or a closely related field preferred.</li><li>Applicable materials testing experience and certifications or precast concrete plant experience preferred and accepted in lieu of degree.</li></ul><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">Experience</h2><ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in a concrete and/or aggregate materials testing laboratory.</li><li>Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or management role within a laboratory environment.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working within an AASHTO-accredited laboratory strongly preferred or precast concrete plant experience.</li></ul><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">Certifications</h2><p style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt;">Required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire: ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician, ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1. Applicable NPCA or PCI Certifications are strongly recommended.</p><h2 style="margin: 9pt 0in 5pt; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(46, 92, 138);">Leadership &amp; Administrative Skills</h2><p style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt;">Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of laboratory professionals. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interface professionally with clients, regulatory agencies, and accreditation bodies. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy. Ability to implement, train and teach new laboratory technologies and systems.</p><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);"><br></h1><p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11pt;"><br></p><h1 style="margin: 12pt 0in 6pt; font-size: 14pt; color: rgb(31, 78, 120);"><br></h1>

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