Lead and manage a team of lab technicians, delegating responsibilities, managing schedules, and providing coaching, training, and guidance to ensure team effectiveness
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and escalate quality issues to management and engineering, assisting in corrective actions and driving improvements
Manage material disposition, ensuring proper inspection and testing of materials, and enforce 5S and workplace hygiene standards for a safe and organized environment
Develop and implement operating procedures for the lab to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant processes with regulatory requirements
Troubleshoot common equipment issues, work with external vendors for non-trivial problems, and assist with test methods development, validation, and handover
Provide regular reports and updates to the quality team and management, highlighting key performance metrics and areas for improvement
Coordinate with production, site maintenance, equipment, and chemical vendors to ensure smooth lab operations
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a quality or laboratory setting
Strong knowledge of quality management systems, such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025, or IATF 16949
Proficiency in technical drawing interpretation, including GD&T, and measurement systems
Experience in statistical process control and data analysis techniques
Certification in a quality-related field, such as Six Sigma or TQM, is a plus
Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)