About the role:
Technical Manager will be responsible for providing technical guidance, project management, client support, methods development, results interpretation and compliance.
About you:
- Maintain instruments: GC, detectors (TCD, SCD, FID, etc), GCMS, preconcentors, thermal desorber, canister cleaning, standard diluters. Perform routine maintenance and repairs and coordinate service when needed.
- Knowledge of GC and GC MS methodologies for environmental analytical applications (EPA, TO compendium, ASTM) a significant plus
- Take active role in training and developing bench level analysts, including technical theory of methodologies and instrument troubleshooting.
- Primary interface with instrumentation and consumables vendors (Agilent, Markes, Entech, Praxair, Tekmar etc.).
- Develop and maintain relationships with technical representatives for vendors and industry peers.
- Consult with technical sales staff and clients regarding methods and special projects. Be available to answer client’s questions.
- Attend technical conferences, participate on committees, as relevant.
- Utilize the requisition system to order parts and consumables.
- Familiarity laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
- Peer review analytical data.
- Evaluate new technologies and instrumentation. Look for ways to improve current practices and create efficiencies.
- Experience with Volatiles is a significant plus.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.
- Excellent customer services skills.
- Ability to adapt to changes in organizational structure and software.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific field is required.
- TO-15 experience is required.
- 10+ years of technical experience is preferred.
- 5+ years of laboratory experience is preferred.
- Experience in EPA VOC methods for air (i.e TO-15, TO-17 etc) and/or EPA VOC methods for soil/water (i.e. 8260, etc.) is a strong asset
- Management experience would be an asset
Physical Demands:
- The ability to speak and hear clearly while communicating with staff, management, and clients.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for 100% of an 8-hour day.
- Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate computer, syringes, and other equipment.
Our benefits include:
- Structured wage increases
- Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
- Additional vacation days for years of service
- Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
- Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
