AFL · 18 hours ago
QE Lab Manager
Duncan, SC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable and provides engineering and installation services for major telecom customers. The Quality Engineering (QE) Lab Manager provides technical and operational leadership to the laboratory team, ensuring compliance with testing standards and managing laboratory performance while driving continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support 3-4 direct reports by developing performance-based objectives, conducting performance reviews, and ensuring alignment with goals and expectations
Assist Lab Supervisor in ensuring staff of 15+ technicians are developed, trained, and able to efficiently address laboratory and business testing needs
Support Calibration Technicians, monitor any past due items, and ensure calibration activities for the manufacturing sites are maintained
Update monthly metrics for lab and report to team and business leadership
Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
Manage optical, mechanical, materials, and environmental testing for initial qualification, periodic requalification, manufacturing support, and cost-reduction initiatives
Provide technical guidance on test method selection, interpretation of complex specifications, and evaluation of test results
Work with the lab and development engineers to ensure the product requalification schedule is maintained. Support and drive resolutions of any test failures
Recommend changes and improvements to laboratory training and certification documents
Recommend changes and improvements to laboratory procedures and test method documents
Maintain list of laboratory equipment and test capabilities
Support lab engineers in completing projects and drive completion to established timelines
Evaluate, recommend, and implement test equipment, fixtures, procedures, and processes to meet evolving product and industry requirements
Develop laboratory budget plans and submit capital expenditure requests (RFA) for equipment and personnel
Develop and maintain methods to track and categorize laboratory spending
Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, throughput, and data quality
Identify chronic testing issues and lead improvements to test methods, workflows, and practices
Be the primary contact that represents the lab to internal and external parties
Host several customer and group tours by scheduling, greeting, and presenting the lab capabilities
Work with Engineering Directors, Application Engineers, and Development Engineers to understand current and future test needs
Attend industry seminars related to test specifications in order to gain knowledge and understand future changes
Adhere to the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL and regulatory agencies. Promote a culture of safety within the lab
Ensure lab activities comply with AFL, ISO 17025, and ISO 9001 Quality Management System standards
Support internal and external audits related to ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001
Support and assign 6S audits at the lab and ensure findings are addressed
Qualification
Required
Bachelors of Engineering (or other related technical discipline)
Required to have previous experience in a testing laboratory supervision role, or a minimum of 3 years' experience in the fiber optic industry or related field
Strong, professional oral and written communication skills, including speaking in front of large groups, required
Ability to read, interpret, and implement testing standards (i.e ASTM, IEEE, GR, IEC, etc)
Working knowledge of project management principles
Strong capabilities with Outlook, Excel, Word and related Office products
Basic understanding of Environment Health and Safety (EHS) management systems and ability to recognize and report safety and environmental hazards
Preferred
1-3 years of previous supervisory experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with fiber optic industry standards preferred (i.e ASTM, IEEE, GR, IEC, etc)
Familiarity with ISO 17025 or similar management system standard preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft PowerBI recommended
Benefits
A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
Company
AFL
AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.
1001-5000 employees
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