On-Site Metallurgical Lab Leader - Quality & Team

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Metallurgy Manager in a fast-paced laboratory and manufacturing environment. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this highly visible leadership role combines hands-on technical work, team development, project oversight, and operational support.

The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership while mentoring staff, supporting laboratory operations, and driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. Specially, this position will:

• Lead daily Metallurgy laboratory operations and technical activities
• Perform and oversee laboratory testing, analysis, and data generation
• Train, mentor, and develop laboratory staff and technicians
• Manage projects, priorities, and workflow to meet customer and operational deadlines
• Review technical data, reports, and testing procedures for accuracy and compliance
• Support continuous improvement, quality, and safety initiatives
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and leadership teams to support business goals

Candidates should possess:

• Leadership experience in metallurgy, materials testing, or laboratory operations
• Strong technical knowledge of metallurgical testing and analysis
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on leadership approach with strong team development skills

This position is on-site and offers a full benefits package. Relocation and sponorship is not available for this position. Candidates should possess US Citizenship status.