Lab Manager, Precious Metals Testing

Element Staffing Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Staffing Services in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee day-to-day laboratory operations for a precious metals recycling and analytical testing company. You will supervise 12-15 technicians and analysts, ensuring timely catalyst sample analysis in a high-volume production lab.

The role leads a team responsible for sample preparation and analytical testing of precious metals (Pt, Pd, Rh), with hands-on bench support during peak workloads while driving quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Strong analytical chemistry background in a production lab.
• Hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ICP-OES/ICP-MS and lab instrumentation.
• Familiarity with LIMS and MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory activities for catalyst sample preparation and analysis.
• Supervise a team of 12-15 technicians and analysts; mentor staff.
• Schedule personnel to ensure adequate staffing and coverage.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and equipment utilization.
• Coordinate priorities with production and operations to meet needs.
• Lead bench activities during peak workload periods.
• Oversee sample receipt, chain-of-custody, drying, grinding, milling, blending, and homogenization.
• Review analytical data and ensure quality control before releasing results.
• Maintain laboratory quality systems and best practices; drive continuous improvement.
• Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain inventories, prepare reports and metrics, ensure safety.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical chemistry

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

LECO

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Element Staffing Services in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Manager to oversee day-to-day laboratory operations for a precious metals recycling and analytical testing company. You will supervise 12-15 technicians and analysts, ensuring timely catalyst sample analysis in a high-volume production lab.

The role leads a team responsible for sample preparation and analytical testing of precious metals (Pt, Pd, Rh), with hands-on bench support during peak workloads while driving quality,