David P. Fink

Work History

Vulcan Materials Company

05.2019 - 08.2024

Responsible for setting goals and overseeing the improvement of seven HMA and Aggregate labs in Northern California
Supervised a team consisting of five Quality Control technicians and one specialist
Added one technician, one specialist, and one supervisor to the team from 2022 to 2023
Held weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings with direct reports to provide coaching and assess the attainment of SMART goals
Managed two budgets for the Quality Team in separate markets
Conducted daily and weekly meetings with plant managers and foremen to:
- Share testing data
- Discuss scheduling needs
- Verify mix designs to prevent downtime and shipping errors
Oversaw quality processes and standards while supporting operations of three aggregate plants and labs
Established a culture of safety and environmental awareness:
- Led to the regional lab receiving the Gold Star for five consecutive years with zero injuries, citations, or notices of violation (NOV)
Participated in committee meetings and communicated results to internal and external stakeholders
Ensured readiness for specification uncertainties or changes
Maintained many previous responsibilities to ensure coverage across my area

Geroge Reed Inc

05.2018 - 05.2019

Collaborated with the Specialist to create mix designs for a new plant
Traveled to various locations to provide support for employees as needed
Met daily with the plant foreman to ensure objectives were achieved
Communicated data to optimize plant operations
Collected samples and conducted tests using requisite test methods
Recorded results for quality control purposes
Engaged with customers by submitting reports and addressing inquiries about materials and testing outcomes

Vulcan Materials Company

07.2013 - 05.2018

Obtained samples and ran tests according to Caltrans test methods
Documented results for quality purposes
Interacted with customers through submittals and answered questions about material and testing results
Traveled to job sites to inspect asphalt and discuss projects with customers
Prepared quotes and discussed project opportunities with clients
Gathered market intelligence to inform business strategies
Oversaw daily testing results and scheduled technicians for plant coverage
Managed mix designs at three HMA plants and supported quality control at two aggregate plants
Conducted ASTM C33 testing of aggregates for mix designs and submittal data
Collaborated with the sales department to meet customer needs and provide quoting options
Reviewed specifications on small and large projects to ensure material accuracy
Led multiple Caltrans/Local Agency projects