Lab Manager
Core
Supervise laboratory operations, ensure safety and efficiency, develop workflows, and lead technical R&D for functional and comfort test services.
Role type
Senior Lab Manager (Textile/Footwear Testing)
Builds
Functional and comfort test services, technical papers, and client support activities.
Domain
Textile and footwear testing industry
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory operations management, SOP compliance, equipment maintenance, staff recruitment and training, method development, proficiency testing, accreditation management, cost control, KPI tracking, ISO 17025 knowledge, VILAS requirements knowledge
Preferred skills
Textile/footwear testing knowledge, VILAS approved signatory experience, technical paper publication, international client collaboration
Technologies
ISO 17025, VILAS
Responsibilities
Supervise lab operations and ensure safety/efficiency, maintain equipment performance and technician compliance, implement new methods and procedures, recruit and train staff, lead R&D and continuous improvement projects, support client activities and provide technical advice, control costs and meet productivity targets, optimize operational network, collaborate on international R&D projects, formulate staff development plans
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management oversight
