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and sending us your resume. Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 per year
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Our client is an industry leading manufacturing company
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Job Details
What You’ll Do
Lead daily laboratory operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable analytical and physical testing Manage laboratory quality systems, testing procedures, and technical governance programs Oversee product formulation and recipe control processes, including change management initiatives Support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, process analysis, and root-cause investigations Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing test variation, improving consistency, and optimizing lab performance Evaluate and recommend enhancements to laboratory methods, raw materials, and testing procedures Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and performance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, engineering, and R&D teams on product and process improvements Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence Support specification control, product release processes, and compliance with quality standards Assist with implementation and standardization of laboratory procedures across the operation
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline Master’s degree preferred
Experience 5–10+ years of industrial laboratory experience within manufacturing environments Experience in refractory materials, ceramics, minerals, specialty chemicals, steel, or related process industries strongly preferred Proven leadership experience managing laboratory operations and technical teams Strong background in analytical techniques, quality control systems, and technical problem solving Experience supporting production environments and troubleshooting manufacturing process issues Knowledge of raw material evaluation, finished product testing, and specification management Familiarity with laboratory equipment management, preventive maintenance, and calibration programs Experience implementing standardized laboratory procedures and best practices Experience with LIMS systems is a plus Experience with Leco instrumentation is a plus
Technical Expertise Analytical & Chemical Testing ICP-AES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy) Combustion elemental analysis Carbon and water analysis Ion-selective electrode testing Gravimetric analysis Total suspended solids analysis Rapid moisture analysis Physical Testing Viscosity testing Melting rate analysis Additional Knowledge Areas Inorganic oxide chemistry and material characterization Process analysis and manufacturing problem solving Raw material evaluation and optimization Production processes, quality systems, and manufacturing operations What Makes You Successful Strong leadership and team development capabilities Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions Self-driven with a continuous improvement mindset Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and consistency Effective communicator who collaborates well across departments Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment
Key Competencies Continuous Improvement Technical Leadership Decision Making Process Optimization Innovation & Problem Solving Organizational Agility Team Development Cross-Functional Collaboration Technical Learning & Adaptability Work Environment
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