Key Responsibilities Responsible for the finished product output of the Quality Assurance laboratories located at the Hub and ESG plants. Output will by managed by working with local Branch Management and working hands on with local lab staff to provide training, ensure equipment reliability, and improve laboratory through put. - Supports National Laboratory and Quality Assurance strategic plans by ensuring the achievement of performance targets and strategic initiatives by setting and meeting operational goals. - Ensures adherence to all laboratory testing protocols and work instructions. - Installs and commissions new laboratory equipment, including the preparation of work instructions, and operator training. Trains local technicians on basic troubleshooting principles, co-ordinates advanced trouble shooting and repair. Maintains equipment inventory, lab standards, and spare parts. Upgrades systems to best practice. - Reviews critical mixtures for fill pressure, flame-ox limitations and cylinder selection through the utilizing modeling software including Hysys and the mix configurator. - Consults with Director of Laboratory Operations to determine equipment purchase priorities based on budget allowances, condition of existing equipment, and production loading. Manages laboratory capital and expense budgets. - Works with local lab staff to periodically evaluate new equipment and methods. - Teaches laboratory sessions on basic chemistry, ideal gas laws, analytical principles, detector operations, and math to insure technician proficiency. - Manages customer interface for quality assurance audits, quality assurance issues, and new business opportunities. - Provide technical support to customers and sales reps via phone, in person, and e-mail. - Performs on-site audits and other verifications to insure that work instructions, procedures, and work practices are consistently followed. Essential Accountabilities - Zero accidents - CARs due to measurement defects - Productivity as measured by Scorecard data - Laboratory turn-around-time - Adherence to capital and expense budgets 50% Travel Required Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability