Laboratory Manager - Corpus Christi, TX
About The Position
The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the laboratory and execution of laboratory processes. The role supervises and coordinates personnel conducting chemical and physical tests for quality control of processes and products. It also has overall responsibility for the laboratory’s SQC, calibrations, quality assurance programs, supplies, and resources. The manager oversees assistant managers, coordinators, and supervisors, and is responsible for the direction, coordination, and evaluation of laboratory personnel. Supervisory duties include hiring, training, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, recognizing or disciplining employees, and resolving complaints and problems. Bureau Veritas describes itself as a global testing, inspection, and certification organization and an equal opportunity employer. The position is based in Corpus Christi, Texas. Pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. The company states that eligible health and welfare benefits begin on the first day of employment.
Requirements
- Five to ten years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and present information effectively to managers, clients, customers, and the public.
- Ability to perform arithmetic calculations, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs, technical reports about chemicals and their properties, and scientific formulas.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
- ASTM experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Advise assistant managers, coordinators, supervisors, and technicians on test procedures to ensure the quality of submitted materials.
- Oversee laboratory SQC, calibrations, and quality assurance.
- Ensure quality assurance programs are designed, implemented, and used by laboratory personnel.
- Randomly analyze test information to evaluate process or equipment efficiency and diagnose malfunctions.
- Consult with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.
- Direct adjustments to formulas and processes based on test results.
- Direct personnel conducting research to develop custom products and investigate complaints about existing products.
- Help monitor, measure, and assess corporate quality assurance practices and protocols for continual improvement.
- Recommend improvements to testing procedures and equipment use, as well as needs for new equipment.
- Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist employees in resolving them.
- Actively market to obtain new clients.
- Ensure adequate supplies and resources are available for efficient laboratory operations.
- Direct, coordinate, and evaluate assistant managers, coordinators, supervisors, and laboratory employees.
- Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints; and resolve problems.
Benefits
- Annual incentive bonus plan.
- Base pay adjusted based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-matched retirement plan.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks.
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Tuition assistance.
- Optional life insurance and pet insurance.
- Access to corporate discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
