Technical Manager

ALS Global • Simi Valley, CA

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About The Position

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. The Technical Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for providing technical oversight, instrument reliability, method development, project management, and client support. This role ensures analytical excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement across laboratory operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific field (required)
• Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience (required)
• Strong working knowledge of GC and GC/MS methodologies for environmental applications (like EPA TO Compendium, ASTM)
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of technical experience
• Experience with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for GC, GC/MS, detectors (TCD, SCD, FID, etc.), preconcentrators, thermal desorption systems, canister cleaning systems, and standard diluters
• Perform and oversee routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs; coordinate vendor service as needed
• Support method development, validation, results interpretation, and regulatory compliance
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for clients, sales teams, and internal stakeholders
• Train and mentor bench-level analysts on instrumentation, analytical theory, and troubleshooting
• Act as the primary technical interface with instrumentation and consumables vendors (e.g., Agilent, Markes, Entech, Tekmar)
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and industry peers
• Peer review analytical data and ensure data quality
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance
• Participate in technical conferences and industry committees as appropriate
• Utilize requisition systems to order parts and consumables
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager