Chemistry Operations Manager

Certified Group is a leading North American provider of laboratory testing and audit and certification services. The Certified Group of companies includes Food Safety Net Services (FSNS), Certified Laboratories, EAS Consulting Group, Labstat International Inc., Advanced Botanical Consulting & Testing (ABC Testing Inc.), Microconsult Inc. and Micro Quality Labs Inc. The Certified Group provides analytical testing and regulatory guidance services in the food & beverage, dietary supplements & NHP, cosmetics, OTC, personal care, tobacco, cannabis, nicotine, and hemp industries.

We are currently looking for a Chemistry Operations Manager to join our growing team!

In this key role you will manage the routine day to day activities and provide leadership to the Analytical Chemistry Department

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the department staff, equipment, quality, and safety programs.
• Works with the team on a proactive work plan and schedule to look ahead 5-7 days on testing due dates. Ensures that all necessary resources are planned ahead of time.
• Ensure that On-Time delivery and promised turnaround times on all testing.
• Manages the Quality Control programs (SQC/LCS/standards/spike) and all QC data.
• Manages the preventive maintenance programs for all equipment.
• Assists with method validations and matrix extensions for methods.
• Ensures all work is compliant with the ISO 17025 Quality System and Safety Programs.
• Provides proactive communication across and up through the internal organization regarding testing status and any impact to the business and customers.
• Interacts with clients, vendors, and suppliers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA degree in Chemistry; MS in Chemistry preferred.
• Seven (7) years analytical experience in a Chemistry laboratory.
• Strong technical skills.
• Must have expertise in instrumentation - HPLC (FLD, RI, ELSD, DAD, etc.), LC/MS/MS (QQQ), ICP-X + ICP-MS, Ion Chromatography, GC + GC/MS, UPLC (FLD, RI, ELSD, DAD, etc.).
• Ability to utilize instrument software, troubleshoot issues and work with vendors of the equipment on optimal performance.
• 2-3 years of proven leadership qualities supervising 10+ employees.
• Project Management skills.
• Exceptional and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong listening and mentoring skills.
• Analytical and ability to plan for both short term and long-term business results.
• Ability to be inclusive in approach and be able to relate to others; see other people’s perspectives.

BENEFITS:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer Paid Short- Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Group Medical
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• Many positions which qualify for the company bonus program

Certified Group values diversity in its workforce. The company is firmly committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and will administer its policies in a manner that treats each employee and applicant for employment on the basis of merit. Certified Group will take affirmative action to seek out qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.