Manager - Lab and Quality Control

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    "description_html": "<div class=\"job_description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>About Mesabi Metallics</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span>When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating&#160;value&#160;for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota&#8217;s mining history: Mesabi Metallics&#8217; cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed, it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span>More importantly, you'll be immersed in a positive, supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, determination and performance, and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span>At Mesabi Metallics, you are part of a legacy of excellence, playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>Position Summary</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br>The Manager &#8211; Lab and Quality Control is responsible for leading all laboratory and quality control operations, ensuring compliance with internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. This role oversees sampling, testing activities, manages QC personnel, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures accurate, timely analytical results that support safe and reliable product release.<br><br><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>Job Responsibilities</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br>Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the <b>Manager &#8211; Lab and Quality Control</b>, will be responsible for the following:</span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Oversee day-to-day operations of the Quality Control (QC) laboratory, including chemistry and physical testing (as applicable).</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ensure timely testing and release of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability batches.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Implement best practices in laboratory workflows, instrumentation, and documentation.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Maintain and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and specifications.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Conduct internal audits, support external audits, and ensure closure of corrective and preventiveactions (CAPA).</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory analysts and QC staff.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Plan training programs to enhance technical capabilities and regulatory understanding.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Manage work allocation, performance evaluations, and competency assessments.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ensure accuracy, reliability, and traceability of laboratory data.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Manage online analysis equipment performance.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Review and approve test results, analytical reports, and certificates of analysis (COAs).</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Maintain QC documentation, logbooks, and digital records in compliance with data-integrity standards.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Drive quality improvement projects, root-cause analyses, and process optimization initiatives.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Implement new analytical techniques or automation to improve accuracy and efficiency.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Monitor key quality indicators and take proactive measures to prevent deviations.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Other duties as assigned</span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>Skills and Qualifications</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:10px;color:#2b333a;font-family:OpenSans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;white-space:normal;background-color:#ffffff;\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">5-10+ years of experience in Quality Control or laboratory functions, including at least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">5+ years in mineral processing engineering.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Strong leadership and people-management skills.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation and validation.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Strong documentation and communication skills.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Understanding of regulatory audits and compliance procedures.</span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.</span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>Education</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:10px;color:#2b333a;font-family:OpenSans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;white-space:normal;background-color:#ffffff;\"><li class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Bachelor&#8217;s or Master&#8217;s degree in Chemistry, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, or related field.</span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span><span>Physical Requirements</span></span></strong></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:10px;color:rgb(43,51,58);font-style:normal;font-weight:400;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);\"><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">None.</span></span></li></ul><div style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Salary Range</strong></span></span>:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"><li><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">$100,000 to $125,000<b> </b>annually, depending on experience and qualifications.</span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Benefits</strong>:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><ul style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"><li><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Health Insurance</strong>: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Retirement Plan</strong>: 401(k) with 6% company match.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Lincoln STD, LTD, &amp; Life Insurance</strong>: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span><span style=\"color:#2b333a;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"white-space:normal;\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"><span><span><span><span><span><strong style=\"font-weight:700;\">Paid Time Off (PTO)</strong>: 0-5&#160;Years: 120&#160;hours&#160;per&#160;year.&#160;<br>5-10&#160;Years:&#160;160&#160;hours&#160;per&#160;year.&#160;<br>10+&#160;Years: 200&#160;hours&#160;per&#160;year.<br>Plus 9 paid holidays.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul>",
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