Job Description In this role, you will have direct management and supervisory responsibility for the R&D Material Testing Laboratory in Qingdao, Shan Dong Province, China. The primary materials being tested include various types of elastomers but may also include materials such as thermoplastics, fabrics/reinforcements, and/or metals.
Basic Requirements
Lead and develop the material testing team of direct reports in Qingdao, Shan Dong Province, China Maintain compliance with IATF 16949 related processes and procedures for the automotive Industry. Assist in the definition and execution of the R&D strategy through close cooperation with R&D customers by ensuring the necessary testing capabilities and capacity are present. Maintain contact with universities, Industry relevant groups, and institutions for support and development of new testing methods, including the training of others in the methods. Strategically plan new equipment purchases as needed. Coordinate with other material testing leaders around the globe to ensure best practices are being used and that methods are standard between labs. Manage the budget of the relevant cost center. Monitor relevant metrics (Targets) and implement continuous improvement activities. Ensure high quality, accurate test results are produced as efficiently as possible. Provide employees support and guidance in an increasingly complex and more dynamic working environment.
Qualifications： At least 1 of the following: 1.College degree in Engineering, Math, Chemistry or other STEM field 2.Equivalent real-world experience in materials testing and laboratory structure
Understanding of Laboratory Quality systems (e.g. IATF 16949)
