Full time
United Employment Associates, LLC
Ashland, KY, USA
A premier scrap metal processing company specializing in aerospace-grade superalloys and titanium in the Southeast is seeking a hands-on Lab Manager with a passion for metals chemistry, advanced analysis techniques, and team leadership. The Lab Manager will lead a high-performance lab ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all testing and reporting functions. Responsibilities: Lead daily lab operations — from sample prep to final reporting Oversee and maintain XRF, ICP-OES, and other analytical instruments Ensure materials meet precise customer chemistry & density specs Develop and enforce robust quality control protocols Supervise, train, and support lab techs and junior chemists Partner with operations and commercial teams to validate inventory quality Identify material deviations and drive corrective actions Ensure EHS compliance and regulatory recordkeeping Qualifications: Degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field 5+...


