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Kennametal, Inc.

Supervisor Quality

Huntsville, AL · On-site

This person will promote Kennametal's management-based safety culture within the lab. This person ... Light and electron microscope imaging systems. * Metallography sample preparation. Metallurgical ...

Kennametal, Inc.

Supervisor Quality

Huntsville, AL

This person will promote Kennametal's management-based safety culture within the lab. This person ... Light and electron microscope imaging systems. * Metallography sample preparation. Metallurgical ...

OMNIVISION

Quality Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$120K - $125K/yr

... managing Safe Launch and High Voltage Stress Testing for automotive products. * Ensure product ... Electron Microscope), optical microscopy, oscilloscope probing, and OBIRCH - to identify failure ...

OMNIVISION

Quality Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$120K - $125K/yr

... managing Safe Launch and High Voltage Stress Testing for automotive products. * Ensure product ... (Scanning Electron Microscope), optical microscopy, oscilloscope probing, and OBIRCH -- to ...

OMNIVISION

Quality Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

... managing Safe Launch and High Voltage Stress Testing for automotive products. * Ensure product ... (Scanning Electron Microscope), optical microscopy, oscilloscope probing, and OBIRCH -- to ...

RXinsider LTD.

... account managers and external Thermo Fisher Scientific customers in the Sciences and Industry ... Facilitate microscope acceptance in the production facility and support installation and acceptance ...

Textron

$15 - $19.50/hr

Examine samples using a scanning electron microscope * Support engineers performing materials ... manager. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being ...

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Intel

TEM Technician

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Documents and communicates findings related to failure to peers, line operators, and managers ... May perform failure analysis, prepare samples, use an X-ray scanning electron microscope (XSEM) to ...

ExxonMobil

Electron Microscopy Technologist

Spring, TX · On-site

... of microscope users. * Maintain documentation of procedures, calibrations and results. * Stay ... Ability to manage lab operations safely and efficiently, including developing procedures and ...

ExxonMobil

Electron Microscopy Technologist

Spring, TX · On-site

... of microscope users. * Maintain documentation of procedures, calibrations and results. * Stay ... Ability to manage lab operations safely and efficiently, including developing procedures and ...

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What are the main responsibilities of an electron microscope manager?

An Electron Microscope Manager oversees the operation and maintenance of electron microscopes in research or industrial facilities. Their responsibilities include managing microscopy staff, ensuring proper training and safety protocols, scheduling instrument usage, and troubleshooting equipment issues. They also assist researchers with sample preparation, data collection, and image analysis, while maintaining detailed records and ensuring compliance with facility policies. Additionally, they may be involved in budgeting for equipment upgrades and liaising with vendors for technical support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electron microscope manager?

To thrive as an Electron Microscope Manager, you need advanced knowledge of electron microscopy techniques, instrument maintenance, and typically a degree in materials science, biology, or a related field. Familiarity with electron microscope operation software, image analysis tools, and possibly certifications in microscopy are commonly required. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for managing lab operations and supporting users. These capabilities ensure optimal instrument performance, accurate data collection, and effective support for a variety of research projects.

What are some common challenges faced by an electron microscope manager, and how can they be addressed?

Electron Microscope Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining complex instrumentation, ensuring optimal microscope performance, and training users with varying experience levels. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on technical support can also be demanding. To address these challenges, managers typically implement regular maintenance schedules, provide ongoing training sessions, and establish clear protocols for equipment usage and troubleshooting. Collaboration with researchers and technical staff is essential for smooth operations and continuous improvement.

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Supervisor Quality

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Kennametal, Inc.
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Kennametal rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title: Supervisor Quality

Location: Huntsville, AL

The Lab Supervisor is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Lab. This person will promote Kennametal's management-based safety culture within the lab. This person should be able to perform analysis on Tungsten and Tungsten Carbide products using a variety of testing equipment and instrumentation as needed. This individual maintains the integrity of testing methods for finished, in-process, and raw materials, as well as, maintaining the testing results for the environmental concern of the facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assigns tasks and duties to Lab personnel as needed.
  • Trains and coaches Lab technicians and personnel.
  • Responsible for procedure development as assigned by the Quality Manager.
  • Evaluates all types of test data as required, make decisions for re-testing, and evaluate unexpected or questionable data.
  • Responsible for incorporating new instrumentation or instrument upgrades as assigned by the Quality Manager.
  • Develops, tests, and documents testing methods for instrument upgrades/new instrumentation. Trains lab personnel on new instrument operations.
  • Assures proper care of instrumentation. Monitors instrument maintenance, responsible for instrument repair and preventative maintenance.
  • Is responsible for revising departmental ISO documentation as assigned by the Quality Manager.
  • Completes internal ISO 9001 quality audits as assigned by the Quality Manager.
  • May serve as a team leader or facilitator for process improvement, cost reduction, and lean manufacturing programs.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used: A wide variety of testing equipment and instrumentation including:

  • Analytical balances
  • Light and electron microscope imaging systems.
  • Metallography sample preparation. Metallurgical testing.
  • AA, XRF, and ICP spectrometers
  • Malvern Particle distribution analyzers
  • Physical testing apparatus: FSSS, Ro-Tap (Sieve analysis), Hall Flow, Powder Density.
  • Carbon, Sulfur, Oxygen, and Nitrogen analysis instrumentation.
  • Microwave Digestion system
  • Sintering furnace operation

Skills/Knowledge Required:

  • Supervisory and Leadership skills
  • Knowledge of measuring and testing techniques.
  • Advanced mathematical skills
  • ISO 900
  • Knowledge of inorganic chemistry, knowledge of metallurgy is preferred.  
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Highly competent in using Microsoft programs. Able to analyze network programs supporting lab and manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and test data distribution.
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure in a demanding fast-paced environment.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes

Experience Guidelines:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or Engineering preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with previous supervisory experience in a powder processing environment.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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