Environmental Analytical Lab Manager

Job Title: Environmental Analytical Lab Manager

Location: Erie, PA

Division: Materials Research Division (MRD)

Job Type: Full-time, Salary Exempt

Modern Industries, Inc. is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Environmental Laboratory Director to lead our State/National certified environmental testing laboratories. This is a strategic leadership position responsible for the overall management of laboratory operations, personnel, and technical quality. The ideal candidate will bring a strong scientific background, proven management skills, and a commitment to excellence in environmental analysis.

• Provide day-to-day supervision of laboratory procedures and reporting of results.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of environmental testing data, including inorganic, organic, and microbiological analytes.
• Oversee quality control/assurance performance standards and customer delivery expectations.
• Lead and develop MRD staff, ensuring optimal personnel performance and staffing levels.
• Maintain and enhance documentation systems, records, calibrations, and computerized data management.
• Manage the upkeep and functionality of laboratory equipment, facilities, and grounds.
• Drive professionalism and procedural consistency across all MRD operations.
• Oversee purchasing activities and operational budgeting for the division.
• Serve as primary liaison with the MRD Vice President and collaborate with other departmental managers.
• Implement and enforce corporate policies and procedures, including training and compliance documentation.

Education & Experience Requirements (must meet one of the following):

• Doctoral Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences with:
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• 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry
• 6 months of supervised environmental analysis experience
• Master’s Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences with:
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• 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry
• 1 year of supervised environmental analysis experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences with:
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• 24 college semester credit hours in chemistry
• 2 years of supervised environmental analysis experience

If microbiological testing is performed, candidates must also have 4 college credit hours in general microbiology.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills and experience with lab management systems.
• Previous successful work history in a similar or related role.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and pass company physical.
• Willingness to sign an employment agreement, non-disclosure, and fraud/falsification statements.

• Competitive salary
• Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 11 paid company holidays
• Generous PTO policy