QC Analytical Manager

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The following responsibilities are associated with this job rolebut are not limited to:

• Lead and manage the QualityControlteamspanning 3 different locations,includinglaboratory techniciansand analysts; the Quality Control team is a 24/7 operation

• Lead and manage theMaterials Testingand Analyticallaboratory and the work ofthe chemistsand technicians

• Develop team capability through coaching, training, and performance management

• Set priorities and ensure efficient allocation of resources

• Establish a ‘MaterialsTestingandAnalyticalservice’ model to support the needs of theInnovation department

• Establish continuousimprovement mindsetthroughout the team

• Support the team to provideMaterialsScienceand/or Analyticalinterpretation of test results

• Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable testing results

• Approve test methods and ensurethey are fit for purpose

• Follow ISO, ASTM, BSI or equivalent test standardsand implement any changes to test standards

• Support customer quality complaints withall required testing, analysis and interpretation

• Ensurethe lab areasadhereto the 5S standard to ensure an efficient and effective workplace

• Ensure all equipment is maintained and calibrated to the required schedules

• Ensureall activitiesare recorded by the teamaccording to good documentation practices to comply with internal standardsin paper and electronic lab notebooks

• Ensure the team document all use of the relevant chemicals to comply with regulations on waste management including hazardous waste management

• Liaise with external testing providers

• Observe legislative, safety, and environmental requirements of the Warrington site

• Comply with Ingevity Group IT and confidentiality procedures & policies

authority

• Makeequipment purchasing(inc Capital Expenditure)recommendations toInnovation Director

• Ability to make informed decisions related to experimental work undertaken

• Scheduling of tasks to make best use of resources effectively and efficiently

• Develop a people plan that drives cross functional training and resource reliance and effectiveness

• Lead the QC function as a change agent, implementing continuous improvement

WORK ASSIGNMENTS

• Safety

• To work and behave in a safe manner, at all times

• To observelegislative,safety,housekeepingand environmental requirementsof theLaboratory andwiderWarrington site

• Aware and understand importance ofthe labQMS and consequences of non-compliance to procedures

• Prepare and maintainSOPs/WIs/Risk Assessments

• Production

• Meet all agreed timelines on testing to allow for production targets to be met

• Support continuous improvement oftest methods to optimizeefficiency and accuracy

• Developstatistical process controlmonitoringto identify shifts in product quality

• Innovation

• Collaborate withAD/TSand R&Dteams and meet their testing service needs

• Provide scientific interpretation of test data

• Deliver agreed set of test/experimental datawithin agreed timelines

• People

• Managelab-basedanalysts,chemists andtechnicianson day-to-day basis

• Oversee training and development needsof direct reports

• Demonstrate company standards (housekeeping, safety, timekeeping)

• Administration

• To protect confidentiality of information related to work within the company such that no unauthorized person can gain access

• To comply with company IT and legal policies

• To ensure that all work carried out is recorded in the appropriate format and filed in the appropriate manner in order to ensure traceability

• AdditionalDuties

• Key contact for testing houses

• Maintain database of applicable testing standards and procedures

authority

• To plan andsupportexecution ofwork tasksaligned withbusinesspriorities

• Toauthoriseprocurement oflaboratory supplies from supplierswithin budget

• To maintain the housekeeping of laboratory workspace

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Strong background in Quality Control, testing, or laboratory management

• MinimumBSc in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Physics, Analytical Chemistry or related field required

• Experience managing teams in a technical environment, including shift teams were contact can be limited

• Knowledge of quality systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, GMP)

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management

• Formal qualification or relevant experience(8 - 10years)inamaterial’s testingor analyticalenvironmentis essential

• Substantialknowledge of polymeric materials especially plastics, polyurethanes, rubber and their properties

• Experience in handling and testing high hazardous materials, e.g Hydrogen Peroxide, Peracetic Acid

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Ingevityas an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.

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