Lab Operations Lead — Special Processes & Plating

CHawk Technology Int'l, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CHawk Technology Int'l, Inc. seeks a Lab Manager to lead the Special Processes Laboratory at our Phoenix, AZ facility, ensuring adherence to customer, industry, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.

You will direct process development, testing, qualification, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. Daily on-site leadership responsibilities include overseeing lab personnel, maintaining bath chemistry, and ensuring audits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related technical field.
• 5-10+ years of experience in metal finishing, electroplating, special processes, or laboratory management.
• Semiconductor or Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or management experience in a NADCAP-accredited environment.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, ASQ, or related quality disciplines is a plus.
• Industry Certifications i..e. NADCAP, CEF, CIPC or Hazcom a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily operations of the Special Processes Laboratory.
• Maintain bath chemistry and analytical testing programs.
• Ensure compliance with NADCAP, customer specs, and ISO standards.
• Manage laboratory personnel, training, scheduling, and development.
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and qualification of lab equipment.
• Coordinate audits and close audit findings.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in chemical handling.

Skills

Statistical Process Control

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Quality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related technical field

Job description

CHawk Technology Int'l, Inc. seeks a Lab Manager to lead the Special Processes Laboratory at our Phoenix, AZ facility, ensuring adherence to customer, industry, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.

You will direct process development, testing, qualification, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. Daily on-site leadership responsibilities include overseeing lab personnel, maintaining bath chemistry, and ensuring audits and