Job Descrption
Test Lab Manager
The Test lab manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the test lab and technician staff, focussing on the safety and throughput of the testing facility.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lab operations
• Be an advocate for safety. Evolve and enforce proper safety protocols to address risk assessment actions.
• Perform risk assessments for new equipment/apparatus/processes.
• Monitor test setup and execution to ensure the safety of the personnel and validity of the result
• Champion 5S methodology
• Troubleshoot problems relating to mechanical and low voltage electrical test equipment
• Assist in preparation of project and department budget and resource plans
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of test methods and lab processes
• Organise test equipment maintenance and calibration activities
• Participate in the design, construction and installation of equipment as required to improve test operations.
• Team
• Manage test technician personnel (currently... team of 2, but up to 4 reports).
• Actively pursue development of self and team. Lead by example, and coach.
• Train the team to allow them to perform tests safely and accurately. Create and maintain a competency matrix
• Monitor and report on team KPIs
• Project
• Schedule work from multiple sources, striving to maximise machine utilisation and support as many projects as possible whilst balancing team workload
• Organise and support external lab tests. Travel to outside labs may be required.
• Filter and process test results for use in test reports
• Review test reports
• Monitor and control project expenses – external test services, new equipment, sample/ancillary part costs, etc
• Escalate test failures in a timely manner
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