What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Laboratory Manager position at Koppers Inc.?
Job Overview
Koppers Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager to lead our laboratory team in ensuring the highest quality products meet regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality initiatives and projects, including those related to raw materials, in-process samples, and final products.
• Oversee laboratory analytical data generation to meet cGMP, GDP, and data integrity standards.
• Develop and maintain quality metrics for production optimization and troubleshooting purposes.
• Investigate and resolve Out of Specification and failure investigations, providing key findings to upper management.
• Provide technical support and guidance on new commercialized manufactured products.
• Manage equipment service agreements and develop operational laboratory budgets.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in an inorganic and/or analytical chemistry laboratory environment, preferably with ISO Management systems knowledge.
• Expertise in ICP, HPLC, XRF, and Particle Size Analysis/Characterization instrumentation.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and proficiency in Statistical Process Control regarding laboratory analyses.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and communication skills, with a self-starter and problem-solving mindset.
• Organized with the ability to maintain accurate records and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
About Us
Koppers Inc. values diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Koppers Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Quality Control Manager to lead our laboratory team in ensuring the highest quality products meet regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement quality initiatives and projects, including those related to raw materials, in-process samples, and final products.
• Oversee laboratory analytical data generation to meet cGMP, GDP, and data integrity standards.
• Develop and maintain quality metrics for production optimization and troubleshooting purposes.
• Investigate and resolve Out of Specification and failure investigations, providing key findings to upper management.
• Provide technical support and guidance on new commercialized manufactured products.
• Manage equipment service agreements and develop operational laboratory budgets.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in an inorganic and/or analytical chemistry laboratory environment, preferably with ISO Management systems knowledge.
• Expertise in ICP, HPLC, XRF, and Particle Size Analysis/Characterization instrumentation.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and proficiency in Statistical Process Control regarding laboratory analyses.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and communication skills, with a self-starter and problem-solving mindset.
• Organized with the ability to maintain accurate records and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
About Us
Koppers Inc. values diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
