Senior Regional Laboratory Manager

Senior Regional Laboratory Manager

Serve as Technical Manager/Program Manager for the EPA Protocol Program and the Specialty Gas Mixture Program, overseeing analytical method development, validation, and regulatory compliance. Lead quarterly technical audits, EPA round‑robin testing, and EPA management reviews. Manage and execute cross‑functional projects for the Laboratory Analytical Compliance Group to improve analytical performance, data quality, and compliance. Support ISO/IEC 17025 internal audits and external registrar assessments.

Conduct data integrity audits and assess laboratory quality assurance systems. Provide technical leadership and training for laboratory personnel in specialty gas analysis and advanced GC methods. Provide interpretation and guidance on ASTM, ISO, and other technical specifications to sales and operations as needed to facilitate new business development. Develop and implement best practices in collaboration with other departments to drive continuous improvement.

• Develop and maintain procedures and work instructions for laboratory operations and analytical methods to ensure consistency and quality.
• Mentor and train junior chemists and analysts, building technical competency within the lab team and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Evaluate and implement new analytical technologies or instrumentation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and lab throughput.
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action plans (CAPA) in response to quality incidents or audit findings.
• Represent the lab in cross‑functional meetings, providing technical input on product development, quality initiatives, and customer issues.
• Review and interpret Metrology Capability Assessment (MCA) study results using Excel, Minitab, or equivalent statistical tools.
• Provide troubleshooting, corrective actions, and improvement suggestions based on statistical evaluation of metrology data and other laboratory studies.
• Ensure measurement systems meet performance requirements for traceability, repeatability, and reproducibility.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree in Chemistry with at least 2 years of relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science field with 7+ years of hands‑on experience in analytical chemistry or specialty gas laboratories.

• Strong background in gas chromatography (GC) and gas mixture analysis using various process analyzers.
• In‑depth knowledge of EPA Protocol Gas Programs and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Hands‑on experience with method validation and metrology assessments, including study design and data analysis.
• Proficient in basic statistical tools using Excel, Minitab, or equivalent software.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent experience leading cross‑functional technical projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with regulatory bodies such as EPA and NIST.

• ISO 17025 Lead Auditor certification.
• Agile or Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with automated lab systems and data analysis tools.
• Publication or presentation history in scientific or technical conferences.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability.