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Kuraray America, Inc. · 1 day ago

Technical Service and Development Laboratory Manager

Washington, WV

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Kuraray America, Inc. is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. They are seeking a Technical Service and Development Laboratory Manager to lead the operations of the TS&D Laboratory, overseeing testing activities and ensuring the delivery of analytical results while collaborating with various teams to support product quality and business growth.

ChemicalDentalHealth CareManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Establish annual laboratory objectives aligned with business goals, budget expectations, and team development needs to ensure successful execution of laboratory priorities

Provide leadership and direction to support personnel development and sustained laboratory performance

Assign and manage daily TS&D laboratory testing activities to ensure efficient workflows and timely completion of work

Effectively organize, prioritize, and multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced laboratory environment

Maintain the TS&D Laboratory's ISO 9001 certification and ensure ongoing compliance with quality system requirements

Ensure accuracy, attention to detail, and data integrity, including the ability to identify abnormal results and draw sound conclusions from sample investigations

Serve in a dual role as Laboratory Leader and Laboratory Analyst by defining appropriate test methods, independently conducting analyses, interpreting results, and preparing meaningful analytical reports for customers

Apply strong leadership and analytical judgment to support Technical and Research teams with new product development, customer processes, and application-based testing

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; coordinate with vendors to establish service contracts and resolve equipment issues

Lead the acquisition, installation, qualification, and validation of new equipment

Develop, maintain, and implement operating procedures and train laboratory personnel on equipment use and best practices

Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, internal customers, and global laboratories across different regions and cultures

Participate in all required safety and ethics training and demonstrate consistent compliance with safe work practices, including chemical handling

Apply 5S principles to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment

Commit to ongoing personal skill development and continuing education

Participate in travel opportunities to collaborate with customers and global sister laboratories as needed

Qualification

Laboratory ManagementAnalytical TestingISO 9001 ComplianceLaboratory InstrumentationChemical EngineeringTechnical Report WritingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTeam LeadershipCustomer Focus

Required

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline, Chemistry, Polymer Science/Engineering, Material Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Minimum of 7 -10 years of relevant laboratory experience

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or lead experience

Hands-on experience with advanced laboratory instrumentation and analytical testing methods: adhesion testers, optical analyzers, Karl Fischer titration, gas chromatography, microscopes, FTIR spectroscopy, surface pattern and caliper measurement systems

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify abnormal results, and support investigations

Experience writing technical reports, developing SOPs, and supporting safety reviews and audit preparation

Experience supporting laboratory equipment installation, upgrades, qualification, and maintenance

Physical ability to perform laboratory work, including lifting materials that are 10-25 lbs, standing for extended periods, and using hand tools

Strong organization, time-management, and communication skills in a fast-paced laboratory environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, SharePoint) and laboratory instrument software

Preferred

Working knowledge of ISO-based quality systems preferred

Benefits

Robust healthcare package

Wellness reimbursements

Three weeks of paid time off

Ten company holidays

Paid parental leave

Education reimbursement

Matching 401k plan

Company

Kuraray America, Inc.

Kuraray is a leading global specialty chemical company that pioneers, manufactures and sells resins, chemicals, activated carbon, fibers, textiles, specialty dental materials and other highly functional products that improve the environment and enhance quality of life throughout the world.

Founded in 1986

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees