Lab Manager, Environmental Chemistry, MeChem

Role and Responsibilities

1. Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, SAC-SINGLAS requirements, quality standards, and EHS regulations.
• Support internal and external audits, CAPA implementation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Review and maintain SOPs, test methods, and laboratory documentation.

2. Laboratory Operations Management

• Manage daily laboratory operations to ensure timely sample processing, accurate testing, and efficient workflow.
• Supervise testing activities, equipment scheduling, housekeeping, and resource utilization.
• Review technical data and test reports prior to approval by the authorized signatory.
• Coordinate proficiency testing (PT), method verification, and quality control activities.

3. Equipment and Technical Oversight

• Ensure laboratory instruments are properly maintained, calibrated, and fit for use.
• Coordinate equipment servicing, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Support implementation of new equipment and test methods to enhance laboratory capability.

4. Strategic Planning and Execution

• Lead strategic goal planning and execution to drive operational excellence and long-term success.
• Spearhead improvement plans, from ideation to execution, aimed at optimizing laboratory workflows and enhancing performance.
• Research and implement new work areas and corresponding test methods, ensuring alignment with business and customer needs.

5. People Leadership and Development

• Supervise all activities within assigned sections, ensuring effective resource planning, high performance, and protocol adherence.
• Train, evaluate, and manage staff performance to support development and continuous improvement.
• Control manpower planning, recruitment, and staff development to meet current and future operational demands.
• Lead by example to inspire a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Liaise between laboratory teams and management to align goals, escalate issues, and facilitate smooth communication.
• Engage with clients to discuss test results and provide technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction and trust.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Process Technology, Chemical Engineering, Science or equivalent with at least 8 years related laboratory experience
• Experienced with method-related tasks.
• Possesses SAC Singlas signatory and good knowledge of SAC-SINGLAS/ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, laboratory quality systems, and equipment management.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experienced in audit & CAPA management skills
• Interacts with operational personnel, scientific personnel, and department management.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocols.