Lab Manager

Job description

Company Description

Envitest Laboratories, established in 2017 in Bangalore's Electronic City, is an ISO/IEC 17025 certified company known for high-quality testing, inspection, and engineering services. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Envitest serves various industries including aviation, automotive, aerospace, defence, medical, and energy.

Our facilities span over 10,000 square feet and are equipped to handle a wide range of testing services, from climatic simulations to telecommunications interface testing, ensuring flexibility, growth, and innovation.

We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of Chennai testing lab operations. The candidate willi be accountable for end-to-end management of testing services, ensuring timely delivery with the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

This role requires leadership in process control, equipment management, calibration, documentation, team development, customer coordination, and audits (internal/ external/NABL/ISO).

Job Location : Chennai

Key Responsibilities:

1. Laboratory Operations & Testing Delivery

• Plan, schedule, and monitor all testing activities in alignment with customer requirements and standards.

• Ensure timely and accurate execution of test plans across mechanical, environmental, electrical, or functional disciplines.

• Coordinate resource allocation (equipment, personnel, and time) for efficient lab functioning.

2. Equipment Management & Calibration

• Maintain and manage all lab assets, including test equipment, chambers, instrumentation, and accessories.

• Oversee periodic calibration (internal and external), traceability, and upkeep of calibration records.

• Plan preventive maintenance schedules and manage equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.

3. Quality & Compliance

• Implement and uphold quality control procedures in accordance with ISO/EC 17025, NABL, and other regulatory standards.

• Lead internal audits, root cause analysis, CAPA implementation, and continual improvement initiatives.

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, test standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ISO, IEC, SAE), and customer specifications.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Oversee preparation, review, and release of technical reports, work instructions, protocols, and data logs.

• Ensure documentation integrity, version control, and traceability as per QMS requirements.

• Monitor test data for completeness, accuracy, and validity before report submission.

5. Team Management & Training

• Lead, mentor, and develop lab technicians, engineers, and support staff.

• Organize training programs for technical skill enhancement and safety protocols.

• Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, and accountability.

6. Safety & Process Improvements

• Drive continuous process improvement, lean practices, and automation opportunities.

Professional Experience & Qualification:

• 8-12 years of experience in an accredited testing laboratory or product validation setup.

• Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory or managerial role handling lab operations, equipment, and team.

• Bachelor's Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or relevant engineering disciplines (mandatory).

• Master's Degree (M.E. / M.Tech) or Postgraduate Diploma in Testing, Quality, or Lab Management (preferred but not mandatory).

Proven track record in:

• Environmental & reliability testing (e.g., thermal shock, vibration, IP, EMC)

• Deep understanding of national and international test standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ISO, IEC, SAE, JSS, etc.)

• Proficiency in test planning, execution, documentation, and report generation

• Experience in using Lab Management Systems (LIMS) or similar digital tools

• Familiarity with safety practices, risk assessments, and EHS norms

• Calibration and maintenance of lab equipment

• Managing quality systems under ISO/EC 17025

• Leading audits (internal/external - NABL, customer, or regulatory)

• Interfacing with customers and handling technical delivery

CTC : 6 to 9Lpa depending on qualification and experience

Joining: Immediate