Mesabi Metallics · 1 month ago
Manager - Lab and Quality Control
Nashwauk, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expMesabi Metallics is a pioneering company in sustainable mining practices and innovation in the iron ore industry. The Manager – Lab and Quality Control will lead laboratory and quality control operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements while overseeing testing activities and managing QC personnel.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturingMining
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Quality Control (QC) laboratory, including chemistry and physical testing (as applicable)
Ensure timely testing and release of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability batches
Implement best practices in laboratory workflows, instrumentation, and documentation
Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines
Maintain and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and specifications
Conduct internal audits, support external audits, and ensure closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory analysts and QC staff
Plan training programs to enhance technical capabilities and regulatory understanding
Manage work allocation, performance evaluations, and competency assessments
Ensure accuracy, reliability, and traceability of laboratory data
Manage online analysis equipment performance
Review and approve test results, analytical reports, and certificates of analysis (COAs)
Maintain QC documentation, logbooks, and digital records in compliance with data-integrity standards
Drive quality improvement projects, root-cause analyses, and process optimization initiatives
Implement new analytical techniques or automation to improve accuracy and efficiency
Monitor key quality indicators and take proactive measures to prevent deviations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5-10+ years of experience in Quality Control or laboratory functions, including at least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role
5+ years in mineral processing engineering
Strong leadership and people-management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation and validation
Strong documentation and communication skills
Understanding of regulatory audits and compliance procedures
Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, or related field
Benefits
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match
Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics
Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year. 5-10 Years: 160 hours per year. 10+ Years: 200 hours per year. Plus 9 paid holidays
Company
Mesabi Metallics
Mesabi Metallics, an Essar Group company, is constructing a state-of-the-art 7-million metric ton Direct-Reduction (DR) grade iron ore pellet and mine with resources of 1.3 billion tons on over 16,000 acres in Nashwauk, Minnesota.
11-50 employees
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