Laboratory Manager

NETZSCH Premier Technologies, LLC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to plan and direct all department activities, including testing with customers, scheduling, organization, maintenance, and investments.  Specifically, this position will:Plan, coordinate, and direct testing for product development and improvement of manufacturing processes.Provide technical support to the sales staff through reports, papers and technical presentations.Coordinate research and analysis activities according to applicable government regulations, manufacturing processes, or other considerations, and approves modification of formulas, standards, specifications, and processes.Directly supervise and provide training for lab employees in the areas of chemical handling, machine operation, and testing procedures.Interpret and communicate results of laboratory activities to laboratory employees, sales team, management, and professional and technical organizations.Share technical information with lab employees in Germany. Establish relationship with process colleagues in Germany.Prepare lab reports, performance guarantees and technical papers.  Present technical papers at conferences and professional organizations.Advise and assist in obtaining patents for products, processes, or equipment.Prepare and administer laboratory budgets.Actively participate in the Safety Committee.Maintain a clean, organized and safe lab.