Job Description

NETZSCH Premier Technologies, LLC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to plan and direct all department activities, including testing with customers, scheduling, organization, maintenance, and investments. Specifically, this position will:

• Plan, coordinate, and direct testing for product development and improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical support to the sales staff through reports, papers and technical presentations.
• Coordinate research and analysis activities according to applicable government regulations, manufacturing processes, or other considerations, and approves modification of formulas, standards, specifications, and processes.
• Directly supervise and provide training for lab employees in the areas of chemical handling, machine operation, and testing procedures.
• Interpret and communicate results of laboratory activities to laboratory employees, sales team, management, and professional and technical organizations.
• Share technical information with lab employees in Germany. Establish relationship with process colleagues in Germany.
• Prepare lab reports, performance guarantees and technical papers. Present technical papers at conferences and professional organizations.
• Advise and assist in obtaining patents for products, processes, or equipment.
• Prepare and administer laboratory budgets.
• Actively participate in the Safety Committee.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years related experience and/or training. Equivalent experience in lieu of degree is acceptable. Previous experience managing or leading a team is preferred. In addition:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to customers, managers and other employees is required.
• The ability to gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions and work well in group problem solving situations is necessary.
• Must be able to react professionally in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work on-site in Exton, PA.

Additional Information

NETZSCH offers a full benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, Life, STD, LTD, 401k with Company match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.