Summary

To manage the daily operations of the Lab and its personnel. Development of staff and analytical methodologies and capabilities to NADCAP and Aerospace requirements. Provide technical and analytical support to production areas and meeting customer requirements.

Essential Functions

·         Understands and follows all safety procedures, including personal protective equipment.  

·         Reports all accidents, near misses, equipment damage, etc. promptly.

• Lead investigations of causes for analytical variation and work with customers on any technical issues as required.

·         Responsible for training Lab Personnel on all sample preparation, analytical methodologies and reporting techniques, etc.

·         Conduct periodical coaching sessions fostering employee development along with goal-driven annual employee evaluations.

·         Outline a course of action for all capex requests for the laboratory to support Ravenswoods future business needs.

·         Collect, analyze and report environmental compliance samples according to established requirements.

·         Maintain Ravenswood analytical equipment and promote Analysts’ understanding of the criticality of maintaining equipment performance to a periodic PM schedule.

·         Schedule all routine calibrations, preventive maintenance, and repair work for instrumentation from outside vendors in accordance with Ravenswood approved service contracts.

·         Develop methods and procedures for all new and existing equipment to analyze the various element compositions and concentration levels required to support Ravenswood business; this will include continuous                work towards lower detection limits.

·         Identify and implement continuous improvements that will enhance company safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals per the PCC code of Conduct.

·         Capable of performing, interpreting, explaining, implementing statistical analysis.

·         Qualified auditor for ISO 9000, AS9100 D and SOX auditing.

·         Strive to nurture a work environment to meet all health and safety requirements.

·         Plan laboratory workload and personnel scheduling based on weekly production plans.  Adjust to weekly plan as needed to maintain production.

·         Order Laboratory supplies and maintain a critical parts/consumable parts.

·         Maintain quality documentation and processes with accordance with Ravenswood Business System.

·         Performs work in accordance with the PCC Code of Conduct and SOX compliance.

Education and Experience

·         4 yrs. technical degree in related field ( analytical chemistry, environmental science, chemical engineering or metallurgy)

·         3-5 yrs. of industry experience in a laboratory environment.

·         NADCAP experience highly preferred.

·         Formal training in one or more of the industry-recognized quality systems (e.g. military, aerospace, QS9000, ISO 9000) is an advantage and therefore desired.

Competencies

• Ability to manage a modern analytical laboratory with a broad range of analyses.
• Strong computer and statistical analysis skills.
• Excellent problem solving and planning skills.
• Effective communication skills both oral and written and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Lean concepts such as 5 Whys, 5S, PDCA, Poka yoke, TPM, etc.

·         Understanding of the Business Management System in effect at Ravenswood is a must.

• Must be proficient in the use of communications techniques (oral and written; speaking and listening) to transmit ideas to individuals and groups.
• Thorough knowledge of customer quality specifications, safety processes, and company policies and procedures.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and track multiple projects.
• Must be team oriented.
• High level of self-motivation to perform and succeed.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.

Additional notes

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Dimensions

Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands – Must be able to frequently sit, stand with fine hand manipulation, occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs., bend/stoop, push/pull, twist, and reach. Frequent use of computer and lab equipment to include hand tools.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works primarily in a climate-controlled environment but may be exposed to chemicals and occasionally to noise, dust and extreme heat.