Technical Manager

ALS Global • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Technical Manager is first and foremost responsible for providing technical guidance to the laboratory. This involves assisting with troubleshooting instrumentation issues, assessing and improving instrument methods, and increasing efficiencies in various analytical procedures. The Technical Manager is also responsible for aiding with result interpretations both with the lab staff and project management, assisting with technical aspect of clients requests, and assisting with ensuring quality assurance compliance for laboratory procedure. This position will require working closely with all lab staff to achieve a solid foundation for the technical aspect of their analyses and instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific field is required.
• 10+ years of technical experience is preferred.
• 5+ years of laboratory experience is preferred.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Excellent customer services skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in organizational structure and software.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of GC and GC-MS methodologies for environmental analytical applications (EPA, TO compendium, ASTM) is preferrable
• Experience with Volatiles and Semi-Volatile analyses is a significant plus.
• TO-15 experience is preferred.
• Experience in EPA VOC methods for air (i.e TO-15) and/or EPA VOC methods for soil/water (i.e. 8260, etc.) is a strong asset
• Management experience would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Maintain instruments: GC, detectors (ECD, FID, etc), GC-MS, preconcentrators, canister cleaning, standard diluters. Perform routine maintenance and repairs and coordinate service when needed.
• Take active role in training and developing bench level analysts, including technical theory of methodologies and instrument troubleshooting.
• Primary interface with instrumentation and consumables vendors (Agilent, Entech, Praxair, Tekmar etc.). Develop and maintain relationships with technical representatives for vendors and industry peers.
• Consult with technical sales staff and clients regarding methods and special projects. Be available to answer client’s questions.
• Attend technical conferences, participate on committees, as relevant.
• Utilize the requisition system to order parts and consumables.
• Familiarity laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Peer review analytical data.
• Evaluate new technologies and instrumentation. Look for ways to improve current practices and create efficiencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

What This Job Offers

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