Huntsman Corporation · 6 hours ago
Technician Specialist Sr Chem
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expHuntsman Corporation is seeking a Testing Services Supervisor supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role is responsible for managing laboratory testing services, ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements, and supporting product development efforts.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the daily activities of the testing services team (approximately 5 technicians), ensuring samples are tested according to defined standards and timelines
Ensure full compliance with company, site, business, and safety policies, including Ethics, Training, Hazard Assessment, and Incident Investigation
Manage the operation of the physical and chemical testing laboratories in accordance with A2LA and ISO 9001 accredited procedures
Maintain and successfully pass accreditation audits for A2LA and ISO 9001
Prepare monthly and annual reports on workflow volume, laboratory capacity, and utilization
Establish and execute an annual continuous improvement plan
Expand and implement new testing capabilities to meet evolving product development requirements
Collaborate globally with other Huntsman laboratories to share best practices and harmonize testing methodologies
Evaluate, propose, and manage the acquisition of capital equipment in line with approved budgets
Administer the Testing Services annual budget and control laboratory expenses
Develop and execute plans to ensure timely completion of testing programs and test development activities
Qualification
Required
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
15+ years of hands-on experience with physical property testing and analytical chemistry testing equipment and procedures
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in laboratory testing capabilities
Proven experience maintaining A2LA and ISO 9001 accreditations, including successful audit management
Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to direct and motivate technical teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with internal customers, peers, and leadership
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simple and complex activities simultaneously
Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize laboratory activities to meet business and customer needs
Effective problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
Strong collaboration and negotiation skills across technical and functional teams
Preferred
Experience working in a global laboratory network environment
Prior involvement in laboratory method development and standard harmonization
Experience managing capital equipment projects and laboratory expansion initiatives
Company
Huntsman Corporation
Welcome to Huntsman, where we're not just a global chemical company; we're a community of innovators committed to shaping a sustainable future.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.55B2024-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2022-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2014-06-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Anthony Hankins
Chief executive officer for Asia Pacific
Peter Huntsman
Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-05
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