Austin Powder Co., Inc. - Director of Technical Services
Location : Cleveland, Ohio
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The Director of Technical Services for Austin Powder Company (APC) is the senior leader for our technical blasting services in the U.
S. and Canada and is accountable for the safety mission of the Company. They are an integral part of the APC leadership team and will be responsible for setting the strategy, direction, key metrics, and driving accountability throughout the technical community.
This position will manage a technical team responsible for the continual development and implementation of blasting techniques and technologies, blaster competencies, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines to improve the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of our blasting services.
This position will also lead the development, management, and commercial viability of our APC explosive product lines to support the needs of our customers.
The Director of Technical Services reports directly to the President of Austin Powder Company and will have dotted line responsibility to the LLC / Regional Technical Managers across the US and Canada.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Safety : Responsible for developing the strategy aimed at reducing instances of flyrock and misfire events. Must be an active leader in our mission to be the world's safest explosives manufacturer and blast services provider.
Establish, maintain, and drive the safety expectations and goals for all blasting and technical services. Ensure systems are in place for systematic identification, investigation, and mitigation of risk.
Leadership : Represent the capabilities and needs of our technical services as an active member of the APC leadership team.
Lead by example, and through conscious choices, aligned with our core values of safety as our first priority, being customer-focused, treating everyone with respect, and leveraging the power of family.
Product and Application Technical Support : Provide advanced technical guidance to employees and customers to include mine planning, blast design, product selection, post-blast analysis, blast optimization, and other blasting service needs.
Competencies, Skills and Knowledge
Maintains a consistent, and respectful demeanor, in the face of constant changes and challenges. Demonstrates broad knowledge of company products and equipment used in blasting applications and the willingness to continue learning.
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