Job Description

About the Opportunity:

Step into a pivotal role as a Lab Manager/Chemistry Operations Manager professional where your expertise will shape the meticulous testing, analysis, and quality control in our client's esteemed laboratory environment. This dynamic role offers the chance to ensure products consistently meet the highest standards, driven by a company rooted in a strong tradition of excellence and innovation. Join a team committed to delivering top-tier metal finishing solutions within the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily laboratory operations to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of tests and analyses.

• Manage the analysis and control of metal finishing solutions.

• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring reliable results.

• Coordinate with the purchasing department for inventory management of chemicals.

• Monitor and control temperature, pH, and chemistry of plating baths through regular testing.

• Oversee and schedule tank maintenance crucial to production processes.

• Ensure all products adhere to stringent quality standards through regular testing and analysis.

• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements in all lab activities.

• Lead and develop a team of laboratory technicians, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, or a related field; equivalent industry experience is acceptable.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory management within a manufacturing or plating environment.

• CEF Certification required.

• Familiarity with wet chemical analysis, including pH, conductivity, and other analytical techniques.

• Experience with AS9100 quality management systems.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data management software

Benefits & Perks:

Embrace a role that offers comprehensive benefits designed to support your professional growth and work-life balance. Our client offers health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, both short- and long-term disability insurance, a 401K retirement plan, and paid time off. Your contributions will be crucial in shaping superior product quality, reflecting the company’s dedication to excellence.

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