Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager – Technical Service (Lab)
Core
Lead and manage chemical/material testing laboratory operations to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely support for automotive and industrial customers, including failure analysis, root cause analysis, and compliance validation.
Role type
Senior IC laboratory manager (automotive/industrial testing)
Builds
Production test reports, validation samples, and compliance documentation for OEMs and industrial clients
Domain
Specialty chemicals, automotive, and industrial materials (adhesives, sealants, polyurethanes)
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory operations management, failure analysis, root cause analysis, ISO 9001 compliance, IATF 16949 standards, AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC), team leadership, technical problem-solving, cost optimization
Preferred skills
Experience in adhesives and sealants industry, knowledge of Polyurethane/MS-SMP/Epoxy/Acrylics, customer technical review facilitation
Technologies
Laboratory information management systems, calibration tools, testing equipment for chemical/material analysis
Responsibilities
Lead and manage chemical/material testing laboratory operations; Conduct failure analysis, root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions; Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and AIAG Core Tools; Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians; Support R&D for new product development through testing protocols; Act as technical interface between Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, and Customers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
