Manager, Chemistry Lab - job 1 of 2

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The Manager, Chemistry Lab will oversee the group administration, training, operation, and maintenance of equipment and methods in the Thermal Physical Microscopy (TPM) lab. They will schedule instrument and task time for all TPM equipment and tasks and supervise project tasks utilizing the applicable testing methods.

• Minimize downtime for staff and lab equipment
• Review and approve lab notebook pages and data on time per GMP requirements
• Report the results of the tasks for the project managers to include in the project reports. This includes method details to express what was done, the observations, the results, and applicable figures, tables, and analysis
• Perform and/or supervise the training of personnel in TPM techniques utilizing QualTrax workflows
• Supervise maintenance and repairs of the TPM equipment and maintain records of these activities per GMP requirements. 
• Supervise method development and validation of methods including the production of protocols, reports, procedures, and associated tests, and delegate these tasks to co-workers. 
• Communicate frequently and effectively with project managers regarding the status and prioritization of TPM tasks
• Communicate regularly with technicians to discuss prioritization of tasks and assignment of personnel to specific tasks
• Schedule and effectively utilize technicians from other laboratories in order to maintain cross-training and maximize laboratory output
• Provide input to quoting personnel regarding technical requirements, time and materials estimates, and timelines
• Approve TPM data as needed. Train to approve data from all methods
• Develop and grow group technicians with the intention of targeting their growth toward their strengths while still working to improve demonstrated weaknesses
• Supervise the Quality Control activities in the laboratory

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, polymer science or a related field
• 7+ years’ experience in an applicable lab, working in an ISO/IEC 17025 and/or cGMP environment

Preferred:

• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2-5 years of experience preferably in polymer related field supporting cGMP operations

Experience with the following test/equipment types:

• DSC
• TGA
• Mechanical Testing
• SEM-EDS
• DMA/Rheology

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Language Skills: English
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate required
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced chemical laboratory techniques
• Computer Skills: MS Office, Chromatographic Software

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health:  Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program, overtime (where applicable and with approval)
• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays)

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand    Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Move or traverse             Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Sit          Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Use hands         Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Reach with hands and arms      Never (0%)
• Climb or balance           Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl   Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Talk/hear            Never (0%)
• Taste/Smell       Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Lift/carry/push or pull   Occasional (5% - 33%)

Environmental and Work Conditions

• Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions             Never (0%)
• Work near moving mechanical pats      Never (0%)
• Work in high, precarious places              Never (0%)
• Fumes or airborne particles      Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals         Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Outdoor weather conditions     Never (0%)
• Extreme cold (non-weather)      Never (0%)
• Extreme heat (non-weather)      Never (0%)
• Risk of electrical shock               Never (0%)
• Work with explosives    Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Risk of radiation              Never (0%)
• Vibration             Never (0%)
• Bio-hazard         Never (0%)

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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