Job Description

We are seeking an experienced laboratory Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of lab operations testing. The candidate will be accountable for end-to- end management of testing services, ensuring timely delivery with the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. This role requires leadership in process control, equipment management, Calibration, Documentation, team Development, customer coordination, and audits (Internal/ external/ NABL/ ISO)

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Operations & Testing Delivery

Plan, schedule, and monitor all testing activities in alignment with customer requirements and standards.

Ensure timely and accurate execution of test plans across, mechanical, environmental, electrical, or functional disciplines.

Coordinate resource allocation (equipment, personnel, and time) for efficient lab functioning

2. Equipment Management & Calibration

Maintain and manage all lab assets, including test equipment's, chambers, Instrumentation, and accessories.

Oversee periodic calibration (Internal and external), Traceability, and upkeep of calibration records.

Plan preventive maintenance schedules and manage equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime

3. Quality & Compliance

Implement and uphold quality control procedures in accordance with IS0/ IEC 17025, NABL, and other regulatory standards

Lead internal audits, root cause analysis, CAPA implementation, and continual Improvement initiatives.

Ensure Adherence to SOPs, test standards (e.g., MIL - STD, ISO, IEC, SAE), and Customer specifications.

4. Documentation & Reporting

Oversee preparation, review, and release of technical reports, work instructions, protocols, and data logs.

Ensure Documentation integrity, version control, and traceability as per QMS Requirements.

Monitor test data for completeness, accuracy, and validity before report submission

5. Team Management & Training

Lead, mentor, and develop lab technicians, engineers and support staff.

Organize training programs for technical skill enhancement and safety protocols.

Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, and accountability

6. Safety & process Improvements

Drive continuous Process improvement, lean practices, and automation opportunities.

Professional Experience & Qualifications:

6-12 years of experience in an accredited testing laboratory or product validation setup

Minimum 3 + years in a supervisory or managerial role handling lab operations, equipment, and team

Bachelor's / master's degree in engineering field

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Leave encashment Paid sick time * Provident Fund