What are the responsibilities and job description for the LABORATORY MANAGER position at Home Depot Management Company, LLC?
Position Purpose :
The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for managing and operating the Home Depot Engineering Laboratory. The manager will assign and track all testing, ensure testing is conducted on schedule, and adheres to written protocol. The manager is responsible to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) which maintain a safe, professional environment in accordance with State and Federal regulatory requirements and maintain proper accreditation as required for Testing Laboratories.
Key Responsibilities :
40% Manage the laboratory and maintain standard processes and equipment capabilities
30% Provide testing services for THD
20% Provide testing expertise to customers of the laboratory
10% Identify cost-out opportunities in existing products and / or processes
Direct Manager / Direct Reports :
This Position typically reports to Sr Manager
This Position has 4-5 direct reports.
Travel Requirements :
Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time.
Physical Requirements :
Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
Working Conditions :
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions could produce mild discomfort on occasion.
Minimum Qualifications :
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications :
No additional qualifications
Minimum Education :
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and / or GED.
Preferred Education :
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Minimum Years of Work Experience :
Preferred Years of Work Experience :
No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience :
No previous leadership experience
Preferred Leadership Experience :
No previous leadership experience
Certifications :
None
Competencies :
Action Oriented
Decision Quality
Directs Work
Tech Savvy
Cultivates Innovation
Optimizes Work Processes
Proficient in the use of measurement tools such as caliper, micrometer and scales.
Experience working in cross functional teams.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated manufacturing knowledge and experience in areas of paper, plastics and metals for retail products.
Manufacturing knowledge and experience with glass, wood, textiles and Printed Circuit boards are a plus.
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