- Plan, coordinate, and direct programs for research, product development, troubleshooting, and improvement of manufacturing processes.
- Maintain and develop Metalworking, General Industrial, and Process Oil product lines.
- Direct programs for analysis and testing of substances to verify composition of manufactured products.
- Coordinate research and analysis activities according to applicable regulations, manufacturing processes, or other considerations.
- Approves modifications for formulas, standards, specifications, and processes.
- Review research, testing, quality control, and other operational reports to ensure that quality standards, efficiency, and schedules are met.
- Interpret results of laboratory activities to laboratory personnel, management, and professional and technical societies.
- Provide technical support, guidance, and training to internal and external customers.
- Troubleshoot customer issues.
- Provide trial and start-up support for the sales team.
- Direct and handle regulatory affairs such as governmental reporting, compliance programs, and technical data sheets and SDSs.
- Advise management, technical personnel, and representatives of other organizations of activities.
- Troubleshoot laboratory equipment issues.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred; and/or five to ten years related experience.
- Experience in Industrial Lubrication or Metalworking product development or application preferred.
- Ability to problem solve using concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills – both written and oral.
- Leadership/Management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Team player that wants to be part of a fast-paced organization.
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition
- Ensuring growth opportunities for their employees
Assistant Lab Manager - Pontiac, United States - Actalent
Description
Description:
Assistant Laboratory Services Manager
General Responsibilities Include:
Skills:
Laboratory, Chemistry, Quality control, formulation, Metalworking, lubricant's, lab supervision, manager, industrial lubricants
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
About Actalent
Actalent is a leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. They assist companies in advancing their engineering and science initiatives with specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. Actalent's network includes nearly 30,000 consultants and over 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, serving numerous Fortune 500 companies.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are key factors in the equity and success of their workforce. These values are ingrained in their culture by:
The company is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, considering all applications without bias. If accommodation is needed due to disability during the application or interviewing process, specific requests can be made.