Technical Manager

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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America posted on:
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R3660

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When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
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** At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.
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* About the role:

** The Technical Manager is first and foremost responsible for providing technical guidance to the laboratory. This involves assisting with troubleshooting instrumentation issues, assessing and improving instrument methods, and increasing efficiencies in various analytical procedures. The Technical Manager is also responsible for aiding with result interpretations both with the lab staff and project management, assisting with technical aspect of clients requests, and assisting with ensuring quality assurance compliance for laboratory procedure.

This position will require working closely with all lab staff to achieve a solid foundation for the technical aspect of their analyses and instrumentation.
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* About you:

*** Maintain instruments: GC, detectors (ECD, FID, etc), GC-MS, preconcentrators, canister cleaning, standard diluters. Perform routine maintenance and repairs and coordinate service when needed.
* Knowledge of GC and GC-MS methodologies for environmental analytical applications (EPA, TO compendium, ASTM) is preferrable
* Take active role in training and developing bench level analysts, including technical theory of methodologies and instrument troubleshooting.
* Primary interface with instrumentation and consumables vendors (Agilent, Entech, Praxair, Tekmar etc.).
* Develop and maintain relationships with technical representatives for vendors and industry peers.
* Consult with technical sales staff and clients regarding methods and special projects. Be available to answer client’s questions.
* Attend technical conferences, participate on committees, as relevant.
* Utilize the requisition system to order parts and consumables.
* Familiarity laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
* Peer review analytical data.
* Evaluate new technologies and instrumentation. Look for ways to improve current practices and create efficiencies.
* Experience with Volatiles and Semi-Volatile analyses is a significant plus.
* Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.
* Excellent customer services skills.
* Ability to adapt to changes in organizational structure and software.
* Other duties as assigned.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific field is required.
* TO-15 experience is preferred.
* 10+ years of technical experience is preferred.
* 5+ years of laboratory experience is preferred.
* Experience in EPA VOC methods for air (i.e TO-15) and/or EPA VOC methods for soil/water (i.e. 8260, etc.) is a strong asset
* Management experience would be an asset
** Physical Demands:
*** The ability to speak and hear clearly while communicating with staff, management, and clients.
* Ability to sit and/or stand for 100% of an 8-hour day.
* Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate computer, syringes, and other equipment.
** Working at ALS:
** Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success  are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential.

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