Lab Manager - New Johnsonville, TN

· Analyzes gases to test for impurities of gas or mixture concentration using gas chromatography and other process analyzers. • Completes statistical analysis of testing data. • Prepares Certificates of Conformance and Analysis according to procedures, work instructions and specifications. • Tests and certifies incoming raw materials for production. • Establishes and maintains analytical procedures and methods. • Ensures lab has all the supplies needed including lab standards. • Performs basic troubleshooting for common GC and lab instrument issues. • Assists auditors, internal and external, by finding requested documentation and answering their questions. • Reviews customer orders to assure feasibility and safety of custom gas blends • Keeps working area clean and orderly and ensures that 5S status is maintained. • Completes monthly reporting requirements. • Maintains all quality control records and other required documentation per procedures. • Writes and/or updates local work instructions. • All other duties as assigned by Regional Lab Manager. • All other duties as assigned by Hub Plant Manager. § Determine daily tasks for Lab technicians. § Analyzes gases to test for impurities of gas or mixture concentration using gas chromatography and other process analyzers.

o Completes statistical analysis of testing data.

o Prepares Certificates of Conformance and Analysis according to procedures, work instructions and specifications. § Tests and certifies incoming raw materials for production.

o Establishes and maintains analytical procedures and methods.

o Ensures lab has all the supplies needed including lab standards.

o Performs basic troubleshooting for common GC and lab instrument issues.

o Assists auditors, internal and external, by finding requested documentation and answering their questions.

o Reviews customer orders to assure feasibility and safety of custom gas blends

o Keeps working area clean and orderly and ensures that 5S status is maintained.

o Completes monthly reporting requirements.

o Maintains all quality control records and other required documentation per procedures.

o Writes and/or updates local work instructions.

o All other duties as assigned by Regional Lab Manager.

o All other duties as assigned by Hub Plant Manager.

o Performs routine maintenance and calibration on analytical equipment.

o If lab product is non-conforming or out of specification, follows procedures to resolve issue, participates in Material Review Board to help determine the disposition of the product, provides feedback to operations.

o Maintains all laboratory required records, lab notebooks, and electronic files.

o Participates in all required safety activities such as meetings, monthly expectations, and safety committee meetings.

o Develops daily sample analysis and blending schedule based on customer and plant priorities.

o Assists with identifying and developing solutions for technical problems and testing procedures. § Interfaces with gas manufacturing personnel and customers to provide technical support as required.
Required for All Jobs • Performs other duties as assigned • Complies with all policies and standards