Head of R&D Laboratory

Head of R&D Laboratory

 

Amazing Benefits!

 

About the job

 

RHI Magnesita is seeking a dynamic Head of R&D Laboratory. This role will sit in York, PA. This role will be responsible for our R&D Laboratory and Pilot Plant in York, and the leadership of the R&D technicians in NAM. You will ensure the daily tasks of R&D are carried out smoothly and that both Lab and Pilot Plant are fully operational. You will implement and control all aspects of our R&D Capex projects. You will ensure a safe working environment, develop SOPs, and continue the rollout of 6S in our lab facilities. You will be a focal point in aligning priorities and tasks with the Researchers, Production, Maintenance, and Procurement teams.

 

Tasks will include:

 

• Managing all R&D Lab activities including personnel activities, maintenance order, purchase requisitions, etc.
• Leading the R&D Technicians, manage workload, developing and retaining talent.
• Ensuring a safe working environment.
• Managing the R&D Lab SOPs (creation, training, review).
• Leading the 6S implementation in the R&D Lab and Pilot Plant.
• Leading our End-to-End R&D Capex portfolio, from defining project roadmap, and managing execution through the year.
• Collaborating with Global R&D on harmonizing test procedures.

 

About you:

 

• 3+ years of experience working in a Lab environment.
• Experience with Quality Control, Materials testing, Refractory Properties, etc.
• Project management skills.
• Highly organized and self-motivated; ability to work independently.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of 6S practices.
• Experience managing people and processes.
• Capex experience is a plus.
• Experience with Lean 6S implementation is a plus.

 

Do you recognize yourself in this role?

 

At RHI Magnesita everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply. We evaluate applications based on required qualifications and regardless of gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status. At RHI Magnesita we appreciate the value of diverse teams.

 

About RHI Magnesita

 

RHI Magnesita is the global leading supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems, and services. With more than 14,000 employees across more than 40 countries and 3.1 billion in revenues we are the driving force of the refractory industry.

 

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