Materials Lab Manager: Extreme-Environment Characterization Lead

Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 ETO days

12 paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

FMI is seeking a technically skilled Materials Lab Manager to join our Research & Technology team in Maine. You will lead a world-class elevated temperature characterization lab, owning state-of-the-art instrumentation and SOPs, ensuring safe and precise analyses of extreme materials.

Responsibilities include installing advanced tools (SEM, DSC, FTIR, RAMAN, GC-MS), managing workflow, and delivering clear technical reports.

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant advanced degree(s) with extensive characterization experience.
• Experience writing SOPs and operating high-end lab instrumentation.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to obtain/maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of analytical tools (SEM, DSC, FTIR, RAMAN, GC-MS).
• Draft and enforce SOPs for all lab equipment and processes.
• Maintain a pristine, compliant lab and manage chemical inventory.
• Coordinate lab workflows, scheduling, and results delivery.
• Ensure safety, quality, and maintenance across all instrumentation.
• Translate data into clear technical reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Lab safety compliance

Lab management

Education

Associates + 10+ years characterization

BS + 7+ years characterization

MS + 5+ years characterization

PhD + 2+ years characterization

Tools

SEM

DSC

FTIR

RAMAN

GC-MS

TGA

XRD

Job description

FMI is seeking a technically skilled Materials Lab Manager to join our Research & Technology team in Maine. You will lead a world-class elevated temperature characterization lab, owning state-of-the-art instrumentation and SOPs, ensuring safe and precise analyses of extreme materials.

Responsibilities include installing advanced tools (SEM, DSC, FTIR, RAMAN, GC-MS), managing workflow, and delivering clear technical reports.