TECHNICAL MANAGER

QAI JOB #: QAI-TUL-LABMAN021323
JOB TITLE: Laboratory/Technical Manager (PT/PLB)
LOCATION: Tulsa, OK
CATEGORY: Building Products
BACKGROUND :
Founded in 1994 by a group of experienced certification and testing experts, QAI is an independent third-party testing, inspection and certification organization which serves the building, technology, and construction industries (among others) with cost effective solutions through our in-house capabilities / services, and an established world-wide network of qualified affiliates. The QAI name and logo have become well recognized throughout the Certification world resulting in steady growth of our Certification, Testing, and Inspection business streams with offices throughout

North America and Asia .
We are looking for a Laboratory/Technical Manager (Physical Testing/Plumbing) for our Tulsa, Oklahoma office. The successful candidate would be someone who is very motivated and likes to be hands on and interested in working in a product testing laboratory with the ability to read and comprehend test standards and specifications for performing the testing. Flexibility in work schedule and working overtime, if needed, is ideal.
DUTIES:

The successful candidate will perform, but not be limited to, the following duties:
Support lab team members
Building of test fixtures and assemblies
Maintaining and keeping the lab organized
Assisting with equipment maintenance and repairs
Assisting operations manager as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have:
Minimum:

Ability to grasp general concepts in a field of testing and apply it to specific test methods.
Fluent with Microsoft Office software and have good written and oral skills
Ability to read, understand, explain and interpret technical standards in English
Ability to accept instruction and follow directions
Ability to multitask multiple test programs with some degree of efficiency and accuracy.
Detail oriented
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Have a valid driver's license and have their own mode of transportation
Ability to travel
Be able to operate a forklift, or willing and able to be qualified as a forklift operator
Maintains a sense of ownership and responsibility for projects assigned to them.
Ability to work independently and within a team
Must be a team player and have a great attitude toward their job which is to be demonstrated by taking pride in their work, working respectfully with others, self-motivated and a willingness to learn new areas of testing.
Key Technical Competence:

Practical knowledge in the areas of expertise.
Able to provide technical guidance or direct to an individual with required technical competence on requirements in testing, inspection, and/or certification in their relevant field of expertise.
Able to evaluate or direct to an individual with required technical competence as to the necessary requirements for testing, inspection, and/or certification and develop timelines which meet the needs of the client and QAI.
Able to meet expected timelines and grasps the concept of prioritization.
Able to understand all costs associated with the services under their management.
Able to multi-task and coordinate many activities across multiple departments, teams, and locations within the organization.
Able to identify or direct to an individual with required technical competence as to conformance to test, inspection, and/or certification criteria and communicate this to clients and throughout the organization.
Able to identify business opportunities for the organization with sound judgment in making recommendations.
Familiar with the requirements of ISO 17025, ISO 17020, and/or ISO 17065 and works to maintain the processes and functions under their control to conform with these requirements

APPLYING:
QAI Laboratories offers a generous compensation and benefits package including base salary and bonus/commissions, medical, dental, and other perks. We are committed to the long-term success of our employees. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Check our other career opportunities on our website careers page:

qai.org/careers .
Join our Team!

Learn, Develop, Grow!
At QAI, you will have the opportunity to put your aptitude, experience, knowledge, and desire to learn to the test. We make a difference in people's lives through the work we do as a top-notch Product Testing, Certification, and Inspection body whilst providing rewarding careers for our employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
QAI Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
NOTE:

No sponsorship is available for this role.