GENERAL MANAGER, ANALYTICAL LABORATORY

Our client, an international leader in analytical, forensic and diagnostic services and reference standards is seeking a General Manager to serve in a leadership role across all operations in the USA directly managing the operational heads of Food, Sport and Pharmaceutical analytical activity.

Ideal candidates will have proven leadership skills in a scientific environment relating to analytical laboratory services within the Food or Pharma sectors, an established reputation within either Food or Pharmaceutical analytical testing environments with the ability to engender confidence within key outsource decision makers. In addition candidates should have a proven management track record with excellent interpersonal, leadership and employee development skills, with the ability to lead and inspire others, recruit and grow the business while resolving personnel issues and create a strong management team. Applicants should be ambitious, goal-oriented, self-motivated, possess excellent presentation skills, and be a team player with the ability to work individually, while possessing a desire to make a difference.

The person selected for this position will manage external service providers of business infrastructure as required (e.g. HR, IT, parts of Finance), and liaison with international corporate services, establish key measures across operations and associated development targets, reporting progress on a monthly basis, identify and exchange best practice across the entire operation, coupled to managing a technology transfer program within Health Sciences, and beyond into Forensics, Standards and Proteomics as appropriate, and drive efficiency improvement and instrument utilisation to maximise returns. The General Manager will also work closely with the Commercial Manager and Managing Director of Health Sciences at the corporate level to establish new service offerings in line with the developing growth strategy, and identify and install new technologies that are appropriate to the developing Business Development targets. GLP experience and management of an analytical laboratory background are highly preferred.

Position is located in the Southeast US and requires a moderate amount of travel (most domestically, some internationally).

PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST

Our client, a new modern lab located in the beautiful Bluegrass region of Kentucky is seeking a Principal Scientist to join the equine testing team, working on doping control and animal welfare programs. The successful candidate will work with non-hazardous biological samples, serve as technical leader among the equine testing team, develop and evaluate new analytical methods, operate, maintain, and trouble-shoot LC-MS and GC-MS instrumentation, analyze and review data, write, revise, and review standard operating procedures, and ensure strict compliance with chain of custody procedures.

Candidates must have a B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline (M.S. preferred) along with a minimum of 5 years relevant post-degree work experience, specific experience with Thermo instrumentation and Xcalibur/LCQuan software, and familiarity with solid-phase and liquid-liquid extraction techniques and method development. Ideal candidates who have 10 years relevant post-degree work experience, background in equine drug testing, have worked in an ISO and/or GLP facility, are knowledgeable about to chain of custody procedures, and are proficient in the use of Agilent GC-MS instruments and software (Chemstation, MassHunter), along with AB Sciex instrumentation and Analyst software will be given preference.

Candidates should possess demonstrated leadership skills, be reliable with a high degree of integrity and flexible in terms of working structures, processes and hours, and innovative. Position requires relocation to central Kentucky. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and dynamic company. Salary commensurate with experience and benefits include generous annual leave, 401k, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, among others.

TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER

Our client is seeking a Technical Project Manager to work with vendors in the US and China (mainland and Taiwan) to design, engineer and prototype sign programs, and work with the chosen vendor to successfully manage the production of these projects. Selected candidate will be responsible for the on-time, on-budget delivery of the programs. Position may be located in the Midwest USA or southern Los Angeles, CA area.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field is required along with proficiency with written and verbal English and Chinese languages and cultures. Candidates must also be proficient in MS office and HyperTerminal (or equivalent); understand electronics, circuitry, LED illumination, computer protocol coding, PCB’s and wiring and communications protocols such as RF, ZigBe and Bluetooth. Successful applicants will have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be able to lift up to 55 pounds. Some travel required, including 1-2 trips per year to China to monitor project progress.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

Our client is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager for their dynamic organization in Lexington to provide general human resources support to the organization including, but not limited to: recruitment and hiring, payroll, performance management and disciplinary procedures, employee benefits, compliance, staff development/ training, and information technology assistance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in business administration, human resources, or related field plus three years of related experience including knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, public sector employment policies and procedures, equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements as related to public sector human resources procedures, strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. In addition selected applicants should have the ability to prepare and present training programs and materials, make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues, have experience in compensation administration principles and procedures, FMLA and catastrophic leave policies, procedures, and practices, ADA, FLSA, and other employment legislation and regulations, and staff employee benefits laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and documentation. Candidates should also posses the following personal characteristics: honesty, integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality. Client offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

SENIOR SCIENTIST

New, modern lab located in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Senior Scientist for its growing nutritional supplement testing business. The company is a division of a well-established British chemical analysis and biotechnology company.

The Senior Scientist’s key responsibilities will include the following: serve as project leader for the transfer, validation and assistance in achieving accreditation for existing testing methodologies from the parent company laboratory in the UK; operate, maintain and troubleshoot LC-MS and GC-MS instrumentation; perform sample preparation/extractions; analyze and review data; write, revise, and review standard operating procedures; and ensure strict compliance with chain of custody procedures.

Requirements for the position include: B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline and a minimum of 3 years relevant post-degree work experience, specific experience with AB Sciex instrumentation and Analyst software, familiarity with solid-phase and liquid-liquid extraction techniques, experience testing a variety of compounds, proven project leader, reliable with a high degree of integrity and ability to self-manage, flexible in terms of working structures, processes and hours. Must be available to attend 2 week training session in the UK and for potential travel in the future as needed.

The ideal candidate will also possess practical experience in an ISO and/or GLP facility, previous commodity testing, exposure to chain of custody procedures, use of Agilent GC-MS instruments and software (MassHunter) and experience working under an ISO 17025 certification.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory with brand new equipment and future growth potential. Salary is commensurate with relevant experience. Benefits include generous vacation and sick time and excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Our client, an automotive manufacturer, just east of Lexington, KY is seeking (2) Electrical Technicians for their 2nd shift operation.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the installation and maintenance of machinery with PLC’s, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics. Working knowledge of PLC’s is required (Fanuc Controls preferred). Robot background a plus.

Applicants must be capable of reading and wiring electrical schematics and be knowledgeable in wiring 480 volt circuits of motors and controls. Two years minimum technical/vocational training or equivalent is highly preferred.

Working knowledge of metal stamping, CNC machine centers, and any other high-speed assembly equipment a plus. This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment. Strong organizational ability and planning skills are also needed to successfully fill this position.