Lab Manager - Fiber Optic Test Equipment - #4952

Job Description Panduit (www.panduit.com) is a world-class manufacturer committed to innovation and excellence. We have continually lived up to that commitment with the help of superior people, the latest equipment and future-oriented management. Today, Panduit is recognized as a leading manufacturer of high-quality products that offer maximum reliability at the lowest total installed cost. This reputation gives us a powerful advantage in today?s competitive worldwide marketplace. Due to our continued growth, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Lab Manager at our Network Systems Division. The Lab Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the fiber engineering lab as a state of the art test facility capable of providing full test support to the fiber product line. Duities Include; New product testing for engineering verification; new material testing for engineering verification; approval agency testing for the client test programs; production testing; competitive testing; develop and certify test plans/procedures; supervising all lab personnel; work with Fiber Research for the development of new advanced test methods; handling customer support. Duties to be Performed: ? Review incoming test requests and plan all testing. ? Coordinate, schedule and manage all lab testing. ? Communicate status to managers and appropriate engineering/production personnel. ? Interface with other Panduit divisional labs when necessary to manage overflow or conduct lab specific tests. ? Review and remain current on all standardized testing procedures such as EIA/TIA, ISO, etc. ? Maintain Standards Library. ? Establish and maintain the lab as an agency Client Test facility as required by division. ? Obtain and maintain agency approvals if required by the division. ? Coordinate and maintain test results database. ? Verify laboratory personnel performance and laboratory procedures to insure accuracy, repeatability and reproducibility. ? Train laboratory personnel in proper laboratory procedures. ? Participates in hiring, selection, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Recommends merit increases, promotions and demotions. ? Work with research team to define and develop new test methods and procedures. ? Document new methods and procedures as required. ? Provide technical support to product management, research and engineering teams. ? Maintain Panduit's optical test equipment standards and manage internal optical instrument calibrations. ? Research new and improved Laboratory equipment. This would include identifying, recommending, purchasing and installing necessary equipment. Job Requirements BSEE/Physics Required ? 8 + Years of Engineering & Testing Experience ? Under minimal supervision, originates and executes plans, conducts, and manages broad natured tasks that require decision-making. 5-10 years  BSEE/Physics Required