What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Manager position at NETZSCH Grinding & Dispersing North America?
NETZSCH Premier Technologies is a leading manufacturer of milling, mixing, dispersing, and classifying equipment. Located in Exton, PA, NETZSCH Premier Technologies is the North American subsidiary of the globally operated group of NETZSCH companies. With an extensive list of machines and a variety of processing solutions, NETZSCH is renowned as the longest standing provider of horizontal bead mills, and as an innovator in the field of fine grinding and dispersing.
Job Description
NETZSCH Premier Technologies, LLC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to plan and direct all department activities, including testing with customers, scheduling, organization, maintenance, and investments. Specifically, this position will:
Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years related experience and/or training. Equivalent experience in lieu of degree is acceptable. Previous experience managing or leading a team is preferred. In addition:
NETZSCH offers a full benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, Life, STD, LTD, 401k with Company match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Job Description
NETZSCH Premier Technologies, LLC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to plan and direct all department activities, including testing with customers, scheduling, organization, maintenance, and investments. Specifically, this position will:
- Plan, coordinate, and direct testing for product development and improvement of manufacturing processes.
- Provide technical support to the sales staff through reports, papers and technical presentations.
- Coordinate research and analysis activities according to applicable government regulations, manufacturing processes, or other considerations, and approves modification of formulas, standards, specifications, and processes.
- Directly supervise and provide training for lab employees in the areas of chemical handling, machine operation, and testing procedures.
- Interpret and communicate results of laboratory activities to laboratory employees, sales team, management, and professional and technical organizations.
- Share technical information with lab employees in Germany. Establish relationship with process colleagues in Germany.
- Prepare lab reports, performance guarantees and technical papers. Present technical papers at conferences and professional organizations.
- Advise and assist in obtaining patents for products, processes, or equipment.
- Prepare and administer laboratory budgets.
- Actively participate in the Safety Committee.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab.
Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years related experience and/or training. Equivalent experience in lieu of degree is acceptable. Previous experience managing or leading a team is preferred. In addition:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to customers, managers and other employees is required.
- The ability to gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions and work well in group problem solving situations is necessary.
- Must be able to react professionally in stressful situations.
- Must be able to work on-site in Exton, PA.
NETZSCH offers a full benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, Life, STD, LTD, 401k with Company match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
