Lab Manager

Your role

As a Lab Manager, your mission is to contribute to the ambitious growth of our IAS division business in China.

You will

• Manage daily laboratory activities related to fastener testing and material verification.

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of mechanical, chemical, metallurgical, and dimensional testing.

• Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory procedures and work instructions.

• Monitor laboratory performance and establish key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, including ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.

• Review and approve test reports, certificates of analysis, and inspection records.

• Supervise and support testing activities including failure analysis and root cause investigations

• Ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and validated.

• Establish competency development plans for laboratory personnel.

• Support customer audits, technical inquiries, and complaint investigations.

• Review supplier material certifications and testing data.

• Interface with customers regarding quality and laboratory-related matters.

• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Other ad-hoc tasks to be assigned by manager.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Bachelor's Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of laboratory or quality management experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in fastener manufacturing, metal forming, heat treatment, or automotive component production strongly preferred.

• Proven experience managing laboratory personnel and testing operations.

• Strong understanding of: Ferrous and non-ferrous metals, Heat treatment processes, Surface coatings and corrosion protection, Fastener manufacturing processes, Mechanical and metallurgical testing methods, Statistical process control (SPC), Root cause analysis methodologies

• Leadership and people management

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Fluency in English on both oral and written will be a plus

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability

• Lifelong learning and career growth

• Innovation powered by people

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits

• Health and well-being

Job location

Option 1: On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Taicang, China (CN). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Claire Zhang