Laboratory Team Lead

Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Our Clean Air sector excels in sustainable technology. We use our scientific know-how to create innovative products that play a crucial part in reducing harmful emissions and improving air quality, helping our customers meet legislative requirements globally. Governments and consumers are increasingly concerned about air quality, with regulations and legislation tightening.  Our Clean Air sector helps meet these challenges, helping to effectively and efficiently reduce emissions from vehicles and other sources.  As a supplier of one third of catalysts into the automotive industry globally, we are playing our part in creating a future for tomorrow.

This position is responsible for the daily direction of the Lab Analyst(s) and Quality Inspector.  Such leadership will be in accordance with the vision for safety, quality and efficiency as laid out by the Lab Supervisor. Additionally, the Laboratory Team Lead will perform routine analyses and support implementation of new analytical methods to the Quality Department.  The incumbent must exercise extreme care in laboratory work and keep detailed, clear, and accurate records of all laboratory work performed.  This position is also responsible for continuous improvement in analytical techniques and methods and for ensuring that all technical training requirements are supported by the current, accurate policies and standard operating procedures.

The position is also responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, and sustainment of Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives to support the site’s Manufacturing Excellence journey. 

Your responsibilities:

• Comply with all environmental health and safety, federal, state, local regulations and company policies.
• Schedule and supervise Quality Control personnel and test equipment to meet production schedules and shipment schedules.
• Ensure the quality of all catalytic converters produced satisfies customer requirements.
• Train, coach, mentor, engage, motivate, and support direct reports in order to maintain efficiency and effective quality control of the manufacturing process.
• Organize and coordinate testing of sample group testing daily.
• Execute special assignments.
• Coordinate inventories.
• Initiate, revise, and maintain quality documentation, procedures, manuals and specifications.
• Implement and coordinate quality development and improvements.
• Support preparation of chemical reagents and standards necessary for analyses.
• Support sample preparation and analyses of raw materials, in-process samples and finished product for physical properties and chemical constituents.
• Perform non-routine analyses in support of QC functions as needed.
• Implement methods and new procedures as needed.
• Review analytical data for out of control conditions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Maintain clear and accurate records. Revise and maintain quality documentation and procedures.
• Train new employees in methods and procedures.
• Ensures proper and effective communication of all issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Implement changes to improve health and safety.
• Manage costs to ensure effective resource use.

Requirements for the role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field with 1-3 years of experience.
• Experience directly supervising and managing the day-to-day activities of other laboratory individuals a plus.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of chemical analysis, quality systems, and manufacturing processes.  Familiarity with the automotive technical standard IATF16949 a plus.
• Flexible, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate the ability to work on an independent basis.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, & PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills with ability to write detailed documentation and train Quality staff.
• Capable of working as a team member with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledgeable in the areas of chemical analysis, quality systems, and manufacturing processes.  Familiarity with ICP or XRF analysis methods a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and detail.

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

#JMUS

To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.

All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice:  Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.