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At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Laboratory Manager to join our Global Performance Materials Engineering team. This role is pivotal in managing the qualification of Heat Shrink Products on an annual basis, while also supporting a variety of initiatives including OEM testing, application validation, automotive compliance, NPI (New Product Introduction) projects, and sustaining activities.
As a strategic and hands-on leader, you will be responsible for setting and maintaining high laboratory standards, managing cross-functional collaboration, and driving improvements in efficiency, quality, and compliance. This is an exciting grow working in a dynamic and inclusive global work environment with a real chance to shape and improve laboratory standards in a high impact role.
Your main tasks:
* Lead the qualification of Heat Shrink Products annually, ensuring full compliance with internal and external standards.
* Support testing for OEM, application development, automotive requirements, and NPI/sustaining projects.
* Communicate effectively with both local and global Performance Materials (PFM) teams, and report directly to the Functional Leader, Laboratories.
* Work cross-functionally with departments including Global Laboratories, Sustaining Product Engineering, Innovation/NPI, Operations, Application Engineering, Project Management, and Marketing to align on business strategy and testing priorities.
* Build and lead a high-performing laboratory team through strong leadership, talent development, coaching, and empowerment.
* Define and document corporate and local laboratory standards for equipment, processes, methodologies, and training programs.
* Identify, propose, and implement new technologies and tools that enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve test repeatability.
* Analyze test data, generate reports, and identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement and process rationalization.
* Maintain communication with external certified test facilities, automotive partners, and internal stakeholders.
* Generate and deliver monthly laboratory performance reports aligned with strategic goals; develop and execute corrective actions as needed.
* Collaborate closely with NPI and Sustaining teams to implement new testing methodologies.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive standard work procedures, risk assessments, COSHH documentation, and all required documentation to meet global and internal compliance standards.
* Engage with local plant and engineering teams to ensure integration and alignment of lab operations with manufacturing processes.
Your ideal background
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
* Minimum 5–8 years of experience in laboratory operations, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.
* Strong technical knowledge of heat shrink materials, automotive standards, and testing protocols.
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
* Experience in data analysis and reporting, with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Familiarity with quality systems, risk assessments, and health & safety standards (e.g., COSHH).
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a global, multicultural environment.
* Proficiency in relevant lab tools, software, and statistical analysis methods
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Location:
SWINDON, SWD, GB, SN3 5HH
City: SWINDON
State: SWD
Country/Region: GB
Travel: 10% to 25%
Requisition ID: 135617
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