Remote Operations Lab Manager - ISO 17025 Lead

Chemtrade; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemtrade is seeking an experienced Operations Lab Manager to oversee UPA laboratory operations across multiple sites in the United States. This leadership role focuses on technical excellence, quality systems, and strong customer engagement.

The incumbent will supervise equipment maintenance, vendor relations, and the development of standardized SOPs, while ensuring ISO 17025 compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10 years of direct semiconductor laboratory experience a plus.
• ISO 17025 Experience
• Experience working with semiconductor customers
• Experience managing laboratory personnel
• Knowledge of laboratory tools such as ICPMS, HPIC, and TOC
• Understanding of Cleanroom verification, Cleanroom protocol, and requirements
• Travel to laboratory sites up to 50%

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all UPA laboratory locations.
• Implement standardized laboratory procedures at every site.
• Direct the management of laboratory equipment, maintenance, and vendor relationships.
• Develop and write laboratory procedures.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for both internal and external customers.
• Monitor laboratory performance and initiate and lead continuous improvement projects.
• Train and guide laboratory personnel in compliance with ISO 17025 standards.
• Ensure consistent data reporting practices across all laboratories.
• Support LIMS implementation across locations and define Laboratory KPIs to drive improvement.

Skills

ISO 17025

Lab management

Laboratory leadership

Customer liaison

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or science

Tools

LIMS

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

Chemtrade is seeking an experienced Operations Lab Manager to oversee UPA laboratory operations across multiple sites in the United States. This leadership role focuses on technical excellence, quality systems, and strong customer engagement.

The incumbent will supervise equipment maintenance, vendor relations, and the development of standardized SOPs, while ensuring ISO 17025 compliance and continuous improvement.