Senior Regional Laboratory Manager

Senior Regional Laboratory Manager
JOB SUMMARY
Serve as Technical Manager/Program Manager for the EPA
Protocol Program, overseeing analytical method development, validation, and
regulatory compliance.
Serve as Technical Manager/Program Manager for the Specialty
Gas mixture program overseeing analytical method development, validation, and
regulatory compliance.
Lead quarterly technical audits, quarterly EPA round-robin
testing, and EPA management reviews.
Manage and execute cross-functional projects for the
Laboratory Analytical Compliance Group to improve analytical performance, data
quality, and compliance.
Support ISO/IEC 17025 internal audits and external registrar
assessments.
Conduct data integrity audits and assess laboratory quality
assurance systems.
Provide technical leadership and training for laboratory
personnel in specialty gas analysis and advanced GC methods.
Provide interpretation and guidance on ASTM, ISO, and other
technical specifications to sales and operations as needed to facilitate new
business development.
Develop and implement best practices in collaboration with
other departments to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Functions
Develop and maintain Procedures and Work Instructions for
laboratory operations and analytical methods to ensure consistency and quality.
Mentor and train junior chemists and analysts, building
technical competency within the lab team and fostering a culture of continuous
learning.
Evaluate and implement new analytical technologies or
instrumentation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and lab throughput.
Drive root cause investigations and corrective/preventive
action plans (CAPA) in response to quality incidents or audit findings.
Represent the lab in cross-functional meetings, providing
technical input on product development, quality initiatives, and customer
issues.
Review and interpret Metrology Capability Assessment (MCA)
study results using Excel, Minitab, or equivalent statistical tools.
Provide troubleshooting, corrective actions, and improvement
suggestions based on statistical evaluation of metrology data and other
laboratory studies.
Ensure measurement systems meet performance requirements for
traceability, repeatability, and reproducibility.

Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS
Education Details Master's Degree in Chemistry with at least
2 years of relevant experience, OR
Bachelor's degree in a Science field with 7+ years of
hands-on experience in analytical chemistry or specialty gas laboratories

Work Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong background in gas chromatography (GC) and gas mixture
analysis using various process analyzers.
In-depth knowledge of EPA Protocol Gas Programs and ISO/IEC
17025 requirements.
Hands-on experience with method validation and metrology
assessments, including study design and data analysis.
Proficient in basic statistical tools using Excel, Minitab,
or equivalent software.
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or
equivalent experience leading cross-functional technical projects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and the
ability to work collaboratively across departments and with regulatory bodies
such as EPA and NIST.
Preferred Qualifications
* ISO 17025 Lead
Auditor certification
* Agile or Lean Six
Sigma certification
* Experience with
automated lab systems and data analysis tools
* Publication or
presentation history in scientific/technical conferences

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that
complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected
veteran status. EOE AA
M/F/VET/Disability