Lab Manager

Job Description

Overview:

As the Lab Manager for the Prototype Lab within the Research and Development (R&D) Unit of our Drone Technology division, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the lab, managing a team of researchers and technicians, and ensuring the

successful development and testing of drone prototypes. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a hands-on approach to drive innovation in drone technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lab Operations Management:

 Oversee the daily operations of the Prototype Lab, ensuring a smooth workflow, efficient resource allocation, and adherence to safety

protocols.

 Maintain and organize the lab space, equipment, and tools to facilitate optimal working conditions.

 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align lab activities with overall project goals and timelines.

2. Team Leadership:

 Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team of technicians.

 Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging idea exchange and continuous learning.

 Provide guidance and support for team members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve project milestones.

 Identifying training requirements of the technicians and conducting the required training.

3. Project Management:

 Develop and execute prototyping plans, ensuring that prototypes are developed within specified timelines.

 Collaborate with R&D leadership to define project objectives.

 Monitor and report on prototype progress, addressing any deviations from the plan promptly.

4. Technical Expertise:

 Stay abreast of the latest developments in drone technology and related fields.

 Provide technical guidance to the team, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to the development of innovative solutions.

 Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and experts to leverage additional technical insights.

5. Quality Assurance:

 Implement rigorous quality control processes to ensure the reliability and functionality of drone prototypes.

 Develop and maintain testing protocols, collaborating with the V&V(verification & validation) team to address any identified issues.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

 Maintain detailed records of experiments, prototypes, and testing results.

 Generate comprehensive reports for internal stakeholders and assist in preparing documentation.

7. Inventory Management & Stock Control

 Implement and maintain inventory control procedures, including stock tracking and rotation.

 To conduct the monthly inventory Audit to verify inventory accuracy & minimize discrepancies.

 To conduct the quarterly cycle count to check & confirm the inventory status.

 Manage & oversee stock counts, reconciling variances, and taking corrective actions.

8. Procurement:

 To coordinate with store for the PR raised.

 Material inward & outward management.

 GRN filling of the material received from the external vendors.

9. Storage management:

 Oversee the organization & cleanliness of storage facilities.

 Optimize storage space utilization and ensure efficient material handling.

10. Reporting & analysis:

 To get the material disposition requests filled for the crashed/disposed products.

 Work order preparation & Product posting of the released products in SAP.

 SAP transactions for the consumed products on the monthly basis with consultation with finance.

 Monthly analysis report of R&D inventory.

Qualifications:

 Bachelor& or higher degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.

 Proven experience in a leadership role within an R&D or prototype lab environment.

 Strong background in drone technology, robotics, or a related field.

 Excellent project management and organizational skills.

 Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

 Familiarity with relevant safety and compliance standards.

 Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

10+ years experience person (~ I6 level).

Strong & Influential personality

Armed Forces veterans could be a good option.

Skills