Lab Manager - Morgantown, PA

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC); Morgantown (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Morgantown, Pennsylvania is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee the chemistry lab, analyze raw materials, and develop analytical techniques in collaboration with manufacturing and quality control. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields, supervisory experience, and familiarity with analytical chemistry. Responsibilities include staff management, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers relocation assistance and a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage chemistry lab and analyze raw materials promptly.
• Refine methods for analyzing raw materials and finished products.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Develop libraries of reference materials.
• Implement MOC and MPE processes.
• Supervise lab staff to ensure timely completion of assignments.

Skills

Managing People

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, physical science or engineering

Previous work experience in Special Metals

Previous supervisory experience

Knowledge and experience in analytical spectrochemical methods for metals

Understanding of analytical chemistry and quality systems

Proficient in Microsoft Applications

Job description

Job Description

• Manage chemistry Lab.
• Prompt analysis of raw materials
• partner with manufacturing, purchasing, and quality control to develop new analytical techniques.

Essential Functions

• Develop and refine methods for the routine analysis of raw materials and finished products
• assume responsibility for the calibration, operation, and maintenance of all laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Develop and maintain a library of certified reference materials when such materials exist; develop a library of secondary reference materials when certified reference materials do not exist
• Implements Management of Change (MOC) and Manufacturing Process Experiments (MPE)
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of the lab staff to ensure assignments are completed in a timely manner; communicates and enforces various policies, procedures, and requirements
• Partners with supplier base to develop continual improvement/cost reduction opportunities; develops and maintains various processes related to cost reduction, product development, and continuous improvement

Qualities

• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
• Focuses on Continuous Improvement - Constantly seeks to examine and improve those aspects of TIMET's business where they have influence. Plans and implements change, seeking feedback on its effectiveness. Willingly offers support where necessary to those other managers who are seeking to improve the performance of their business areas responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills

Education and Experience

• A Bachelors degree (preferably in Chemistry, physical science or engineering)from a college or university; Combination of education and experience preferred
• Previous work experience in Special Metals
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in analytical spectrochemical methods for metals
• Understanding and knowledge of analytical chemistry and quality systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

Export Control Notice

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.

EEO Statement

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.