Technical Services Manager - Silvi Concrete Products, Inc.

Title of Position: Technical Services Manager (Cement)

FSLA: Exempt

Location: Fairless Hills, PA

Industry Leading Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement.

Grow with us! Silvi Materials has been working on expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 13 companies employing over 700 employees at 24 locations across New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success.  We value the fresh ideas and perspective of each new member of our team.

What does Silvi Materials offer you, you may ask?

• Phenomenal Benefits: Medical, Vison, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays and so much more!
• Your future in mind: With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build for a great retirement!
• Growth at Silvi Materials: Growth at Silvi Materials: We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. And our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there!

So, what does a Technical Services Manager do? 

You'll be an integral part of our Quality Control/ Technical Services team:

• Lead the quality control and quality assurance efforts for cement products.
• Develop and implement quality management systems and processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Perform various chemical tests on cementitious materials and mortar.
• Perform various mortar tests on cementitious materials.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor product quality and adherence to safety regulations.
• Collaborate with process engineering teams to optimize production processes and implement improvements.
• Serves as the intermediary between sales and production teams on quality matters
• Analyze data related to product quality and performance and prepare reports for management.
• Maintain well organized laboratory and project timelines.
• Willing and able to learn new methods and techniques for testing cementitious materials.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree with major in Civil Engineering, Mining, Concrete Industry Management, Materials Science and or Industry experience is preferred but not required. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control and assurance, technical services engineer or similar in the cement industry.
• Strong knowledge of concrete and cement properties, as well as quality control methodologies.
• Experience with process engineering and optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with MSHA regulations and safety standards in the construction industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• ACI and or ASTM certified. (referred)
• Travel with their own vehicle to and from various plants and client locations. Mileage and tolls will be reimbursed.
• Work a wide variety of hours and able to work a flexible schedule as per company and client needs.
• Understand the various components that make up the product and how they interact with one another.
• Understand how to troubleshoot the various problems that occur with the product and how to correct them.
• Has a valid driver’s license and is willing to undergo an MVR check.
• Willing to work outdoors, in all weather conditions.

 Physical Requirements

In a typical work setting, people in this job:

• Lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.

Silvi Materials does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.