About the Role:

SOLARCYCLE specializes in recycling crystalline silicon solar panels, and we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in solar energy. We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee our glass lab operations. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing lab capabilities, ensuring safety and compliance, and supporting critical glass-related projects that drive our mission forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on Glass Projects:
  • Work closely with the operations team and the broader R&D group to advance glass-related projects that align with SOLARCYCLE’s strategic goals.
• Develop Lab Capabilities:
  • Lead the development and optimization of lab capabilities to conduct precise glass property measurements, including spindle viscometry, dilatometry, and high-temperature TGA-DSC.
• Ensure Safety and Hazard Control:
  • Champion a safety-first culture by overseeing safety protocols and hazardous control in the high-temperature glass melting and characterization lab.
  • Ensure all lab activities comply with safety regulations and best practices.
• Create SOPs and JHAs:
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for all glass lab equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Lead and Mentor Technicians:
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to lab technicians, guiding them in glass melting, sample preparation, and property measurement techniques.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the lab.
• Support Glass Plant Operations:
  • Prioritize and support glass plant operations, ensuring that lab processes align with and enhance production needs.
• Deliver Technical Reports:
  • Collaborate with the glass scientist to prepare and deliver detailed technical reports and documentation for both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in glass batching, melting, and operating TGA-DSC, dilatometer, and spindle viscometer.
• Proven experience in lab management or coordination, preferably in a high-temperature or materials science environment.
• Strong understanding of glass properties and measurement techniques.
• Experience in developing and enforcing safety procedures and hazardous control measures.
• Leadership and mentoring skills, with experience managing and developing a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively across teams and communicate complex technical information clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the solar energy industry or with glass-related projects.
• Familiarity with circular economy principles and sustainable practices.

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