Lab Manager

Precision Castparts Corp.; Ravenswood (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) Ravenswood Lab in West Virginia seeks a Lab Manager to oversee daily operations and engineering staff.

You will develop analytical methods aligned with NADCAP and aerospace requirements and provide technical support to production to ensure customer specifications are met. Responsibilities include coaching, calibration planning, data analysis, and continuous improvement to safety, quality, and productivity in support of Ravenswood business.

Qualifications

• 4-year technical degree in analytical chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering or metallurgy.
• 3-5 years of industry lab experience.
• NADCAP experience preferred; familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9000/AS9100/SOX) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations and personnel.
• Develop staff and analytical methodologies to NADCAP and aerospace requirements.
• Provide technical and analytical support to production to meet customer requirements.
• Schedule calibrations and maintenance for lab instrumentation.
• Lead investigations of analytical variations and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Statistical analysis

Quality systems

Communication

Education

4-year technical degree

NADCAP experience preferred

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Country

United States of America

State / County

West Virginia

City

Ravenswood

Division

Metals

Company

Ravenswood

Function

Quality

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

24800

Job Description

Summary

To manage the daily operations of the Lab and its personnel. Development of staff and analytical methodologies and capabilities to NADCAP and Aerospace requirements. Provide technical and analytical support to production areas and meeting customer requirements.

Essential Functions

• Understands and follows all safety procedures, including personal protective equipment.
• Reports all accidents, near misses, equipment damage, etc. promptly.
• Lead investigations of causes for analytical variation and work with customers on any technical issues as required.
• Responsible for training Lab Personnel on all sample preparation, analytical methodologies and reporting techniques, etc.
• Conduct periodical coaching sessions fostering employee development along with goal-driven annual employee evaluations.
• Outline a course of action for all capex requests for the laboratory to support Ravenswoods future business needs.
• Collect, analyze and report environmental compliance samples according to established requirements.
• Maintain Ravenswood analytical equipment and promote Analysts' understanding of the criticality of maintaining equipment performance to a periodic PM schedule.
• Schedule all routine calibrations, preventive maintenance, and repair work for instrumentation from outside vendors in accordance with Ravenswood approved service contracts.
• Develop methods and procedures for all new and existing equipment to analyze the various element compositions and concentration levels required to support Ravenswood business; this will include continuous work towards lower detection limits.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements that will enhance company safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals per the PCC code of Conduct.
• Capable of performing, interpreting, explaining, implementing statistical analysis.
• Qualified auditor for ISO 9000, AS9100 D and SOX auditing.
• Strive to nurture a work environment to meet all health and safety requirements.
• Plan laboratory workload and personnel scheduling based on weekly production plans. Adjust to weekly plan as needed to maintain production.
• Order Laboratory supplies and maintain a critical parts/consumable parts.
• Maintain quality documentation and processes with accordance with Ravenswood Business System.
• Performs work in accordance with the PCC Code of Conduct and SOX compliance.

Education and Experience

• 4 yrs. technical degree in related field ( analytical chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering or metallurgy)
• 3-5 yrs. of industry experience in a laboratory environment.
• NADCAP experience highly preferred.
• Formal training in one or more of the industry-recognized quality systems (e.g. military, aerospace, QS9000, ISO 9000) is an advantage and therefore desired.

Competencies

• Ability to manage a modern analytical laboratory with a broad range of analyses.
• Strong computer and statistical analysis skills.
• Excellent problem solving and planning skills.
• Effective communication skills both oral and written and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Lean concepts such as 5 Whys, 5S, PDCA, Poka yoke, TPM, etc.
• Understanding of the Business Management System in effect at Ravenswood is a must.
• Must be proficient in the use of communications techniques (oral and written; speaking and listening) to transmit ideas to individuals and groups.
• Thorough knowledge of customer quality specifications, safety processes, and company policies and procedures.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and track multiple projects.
• Must be team oriented.
• High level of self-motivation to perform and succeed.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.

Additional notes

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands - Must be able to frequently sit, stand with fine hand manipulation, occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs., bend/stoop, push/pull, twist, and reach. Frequent use of computer and lab equipment to include hand tools.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works primarily in a climate-controlled environment but may be exposed to chemicals and occasionally to noise, dust and extreme heat.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

National Security and Export Controls: This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.