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Job Title: Laboratory Manager

Location: McDonnough, GA (On-site)

Department: Material Science

Reports To: Director of Material Science

Position Overview

Brava Roof Tile is seeking an experienced and highly organized Laboratory Manager to lead the development and operation of our new testing laboratories at our McDonough, Georgia facility. This role is responsible not only for overseeing daily laboratory activities but also for building and scaling the lab capabilities from the ground up to support R&D, production, quality control, and customer testing initiatives.

The Laboratory Manager will play a critical leadership role in establishing both the Physical Properties Testing and Analytical Testing laboratories, including laboratory layout and setup, equipment installation and commissioning, test method development and validation, and implementation of safe and efficient laboratory processes. This position will also lead the recruitment, hiring, and development of laboratory technicians and help build a high-performing technical team to support long-term business growth.

The role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all testing activities supporting R&D, product development, quality assurance, and certification programs. This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong technical background in plastics and building materials, excellent organizational and project management skills, and a passion for building laboratory excellence and a strong safety culture.

This position reports to the Director of Material Engineering and will lead a highly talented team of laboratory technicians and technical staff.

Key Responsibilities

40% Laboratory Build-Out & Operations Management

• Lead the establishment and day-to-day operation of the Physical Properties and Analytical Testing laboratories at the McDonough, GA facility.
• Drive the development of a state-of-the-art laboratory, including layout planning, equipment specification, procurement, installation, qualification, and commissioning.
• Supervise daily laboratory activities, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Improve laboratory throughput by identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate complex laboratory projects to support R&D, production, and quality objectives.
• Develop optimal scheduling processes to ensure timely sample preparation and testing.
• Monitor laboratory KPIs, identify trends and potential roadblocks, and implement corrective actions.
• Track equipment performance and reliability using Statistical Process Control (SPC) and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Partner with R&D to evaluate and implement new analytical technologies and testing capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to understand evolving testing requirements and support business growth.

30% Sample Characterization & Data Integrity

• Support analysis of recycled polyolefins, elastomers, inorganic fillers, pigments, and additives used in roof tile and paver products.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and traceability for all testing activities.
• Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, equipment manuals, and method validation protocols.
• Evaluate and align laboratory test methods with ASTM and industry standards; update procedures as needed.
• Review and approve test results, investigate discrepancies or outliers, and drive root-cause problem solving.
• Provide clear interpretation of data to support material selection, process optimization, and product development decisions.

30% Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, hire, and lead a high-performing team of laboratory technicians and technical staff.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Establish strong laboratory workflows including sample traceability, raw data management, and reporting standards.
• Promote a collaborative, safety-focused work environment aligned with company values.
• Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Codes & Testing teams to align laboratory priorities with business objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide technical insight, test interpretations, and recommendations.
• Support preparation of internal reports and third-party certification testing documentation.

What We are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline required. Masters or PhD is preferred.
• Ph.D. with 3+ years, M.S. with 7+ years, or B.S. with 10+ years of laboratory testing experience in polymeric, composite, or building materials environments.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a laboratory setting.
• Strong familiarity with ASTM testing standards, analytical instrumentation, and property evaluation of thermoplastics or building materials.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, EDX, rheology, and related characterization methods.
• Experience with weathering and durability testing (e.g., Xenon Arc, accelerated aging).
• Experience with physical and mechanical testing of plastics, including tensile, impact, tear, and dimensional stability testing.
• Strong technical writing and reporting skills with the ability to communicate data clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate testing activities across cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of SOP compliance, data integrity, and quality systems.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and disciplines.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials up to 50 lbs.
• Strong safety-first mindset.

Nice to Have

• Experience building or scaling laboratory operations in a new or expanding facility.
• Strong understanding of structure–property relationships in thermoplastics.
• Knowledge of thermal, mechanical, chemical, and physical testing methods.
• Experience in residential roofing, construction materials, or building products industries.
• OSHA safety training or laboratory safety certification.
• Statistical experience (DOE, ANOVA, SPC).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Minitab, and data visualization tools.

Our Pay & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
• Standard working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing, high-performing manufacturing environment.

Position: NIGHT SHIFT PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 

Location: COVINGTON, GA 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Semiconductor FAB Production Supervisor oversees the daily operations of a semiconductor fabrication (FAB) facility. This includes managing production teams, ensuring adherence to cleanroom protocols, meeting production targets, and maintaining high-quality standards. The role requires technical expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Production Management 

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet yield, output, and cycle time targets. 
• Optimize production schedules to ensure timely delivery of wafers/products. 
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as equipment uptime, throughput, and defect rates. 

Team Leadership 

• Manage and lead a team of FAB operators and technicians, providing coaching and performance feedback. 
• Conduct shift meetings to communicate goals, priorities, and updates. 
• Ensure proper training and skill development of team members. 

Process & Equipment Oversight 

• Monitor and maintain the stability of FAB processes, escalating issues when needed. 
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to address equipment downtime and resolve process deviations. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency. 

Quality Assurance 

• Ensure products meet stringent quality standards through robust process control. 
• Conduct root-cause analysis and corrective actions for yield and quality issues. 

Safety & Compliance 

• Enforce cleanroom protocols, safety procedures, and environmental regulations. 
• Maintain compliance with ISO standards, industry guidelines, and company policies. 

Reporting & Documentation 

• Generate production reports, including metrics on yield, cycle time, and scrap rates. 
• Maintain detailed logs for audits and performance reviews. 

  REQUIREMENTS: 

• Excellent leadership skills, including the abilities to set goals, motivate and manage conflict 
• Effective communication skills, including writing, speaking, and active listening 
• Great interpersonal skills 
• Good project management skills, including strong decision-making, problem-solving and strategic planning abilities 
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills 
• Must be able to work in a cleanroom environment. 
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, as required by FAB operations. 

QUALITIFICATIONS: 

Skills & Knowledge 

• Deep understanding of FAB operations, semiconductor processes, and equipment (e.g., lithography, etching, deposition). 
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and process optimization. 
• Proficiency in using manufacturing execution systems (MES) and statistical process control (SPC) tools. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with automation tools and advanced manufacturing technologies. 
• In-depth understanding of industry company best practices for the warehouse 
• Familiarity with bookkeeping, inventory control practices and logistics 
• Comfortable using inventory management software and other organizational computer applications 
• Physical strength, stamina and the ability to walk or stand for long periods of time 

EDUCATION: 

• Bachelor of science in Engineering (Major: materials / electronics / electrical / mechanical) 

EXPERIENCE: 

3–5 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role. 

Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies. 

*PEC has contracted FireSeeds Recruiting to lead this search and will not accept submissions from other recruiting firms. Qualified candidates should apply directly through LinkedIn.*

Process Equipment and Controls is one of the premier industrial service providers in the southeast. Based in Covington, Georgia, PEC specializes in providing turn key solutions for plants while also being the primary contractor for fabrication, maintenance, electrical and control needs.

Job Description of Structural Steel Project Manager - Process Equipment & Controls:

• Manage structural steel projects from estimating through completion, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability.
• Prepare detailed bids and estimates using Stack Estimating Software; review drawings and manage material orders.
• Oversee project flow: estimating, landing projects, scheduling, and execution.
• Collaborate with shop and field teams to ensure efficient production and installation.
• Maintain client relationships and support business development by pursuing new bid opportunities.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and documentation.
• Train and mentor shop staff and junior estimators where needed.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership.
• Support PEC’s vision of growth in the steel business.

Perks & Benefits of Structural Steel Project Manager - Process Equipment & Controls:

• 40-50 hours a week - (Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5pm)
• Employer contribution towards medical, dental, and vision premiums
• PTO
• 401(k) with employer matching

*PEC has contracted FireSeeds Recruiting to lead this search and will not accept submissions from other recruiting firms. Qualified candidates should apply directly through LinkedIn.*

Our client in Newton County, Georgia is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This role will work closely with the Engineering Manager to design and develop HVAC-related systems for both current and future products. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, innovative, and eager to make a meaningful impact through world-class mechanical design.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and design custom HVAC related systems
• Use house design software, vendor/manufacturer software, and SolidWorks
• Create DFM / production drawings
• Hold design review meetings with manufacturing team before releasing drawing package to manufacturing department
• Review, update and manage project documentation and BOM's
• Work with customers to create final submittal packages
• Select & size mechanical components such as coils, condensing units, blowers, heaters using manufacturer selection software and vendor resources
• Create and review PDF documentation in Adobe Acrobat Pro
• R&D involvement and New Product Development projects
• Write procedures and production standards documentation
• Capture and document continuous improvement needs and create action plans
• Assist field service & customers with technical questions & engineering support

Basic Qualifications:

• BS Engineering Degree from accredited college or university
• Minimum 5-years of experience in a Mechanical Engineering role
• Advanced level expertise in SolidWorks CAD, CSWA /CSAP preferred
• Experience designing sheet metal parts and assemblies
• Working knowledge of HVAC or refrigeration systems
• Very good technical writing and documentation skills
• Self-motivated, engaged, team-oriented, and strategic thinker with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• A passion for doing high-quality work with a high attention to detail
• The ability to think critically, innovate, and solve challenging technical problems
• Capacity to work under deadlines and tight schedules
• A very strong work ethic, and the ability to handle peak work schedules
• Foster a positive, and can-do attitude in a dynamic work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience designing HVAC or related refrigeration systems
• 3+ years designing sheet metal parts and assemblies
• 3+ years designing structural assemblies
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics & psychometrics
• Load calculation software experience (FEA, CFD; etc.)
• Experience with SolidWorks PDM or other PDM system
• Ability to independently perform:
• HVAC system design calculations
• Duct and pipe sizing and routing,
• Detail system design of Commercial and Industrial HVAC systems with heat load calculations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• LEAN, Six Sigma and solid problem-solving experience

Hours: Monday – Thursday / 6AM - 5PM (40 hours). Overtime expected when required. Onsite work. Travel is rare (5%).

Work Authorization: US Citizen or permanent resident holder.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Infrastructure Dir."

Mission

"To lead the engineering discipline that ensures Securian's technology platforms and cloud services are built and operated with uncompromising resilience, performance, and quality. This role drives the design and automation of fault-tolerant, high-availability architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP-ensuring the enterprise meets resiliency, scalability, and efficiency expectations at every layer of technology."

Positioning

The Director of Resilience Engineering and Quality Leader is both a strategic peer and technical counterpart to the Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering Leader.

This role provides bench depth and succession coverage for REO's most technically complex domains while driving innovation in reliability, resilience, and performance practices.

• Strategic influence: Shapes cloud reliability, quality engineering, and resilience strategy across REO and Architecture domains.

• Operational authority: Leads Sr. Managers and Managers who own the execution of quality, resilience, and performance engineering capabilities.

• Enterprise collaboration: Works hand-in-hand with Technology, Solution, Business, Data, and Enterprise Architects to embed reliability and resilience as core architecture principles.

Scope of Accountability

Resilience Engineering & Cloud Reliability

• Architect and validate fault-tolerant, regionally resilient architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

• Own resilience automation, chaos testing, and IaC-based recovery validation.

• Lead cross-cloud reliability design reviews and failure-mode analyses for critical systems.

Quality Engineering & Continuous Testing

• Define enterprise-wide quality engineering strategy integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

• Drive automation-first testing (functional, non-functional, performance, resilience).

• Embed observability-driven quality validation and contract testing across services.

Performance, Capacity & Efficiency Engineering

• Oversee predictive capacity planning, scaling automation, and cost/efficiency optimization (FinOps/GreenOps).

• Partner with Platform & Infrastructure teams to tune performance across application and platform layers.

• Measure and report on performance SLIs/SLAs aligned to REO's Reliability Metrics framework.

Cross-Domain Architecture Collaboration

• Partner with Enterprise Architects to codify resilience and reliability standards in technology blueprints.

• Collaborate with Technology & Solution Architects to design service reliability into delivery architectures.

• Engage Data Architects for data resilience, replication, and pipeline reliability.

• Work with Business Architects to align technical reliability goals with critical business outcomes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead a team of Sr. Managers and Managers, fostering a high-performance, hands-on engineering culture.

• Build and mentor top-tier technical talent in cloud reliability, resilience, and quality automation.

• Partner with HR and REO Enablement to develop succession plans and technical competency frameworks.

Core Technical Competencies

• AWS (primary) - Multi-account design, HA architecture, region failover, resilience automation, Terraform/CDK/CloudFormation.

• Azure & GCP (secondary) - Compute, networking, and reliability constructs; hybrid cloud design and failover integration.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Deep proficiency in Terraform, policy-as-code (OPA/Conftest), drift detection, pipeline integration.

• Reliability & Chaos Engineering - AWS Fault Injection Simulator, Gremlin, steady-state hypothesis design.

• Observability & Quality Automation - OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch, K6, Gatling; CI/CD quality gates and dashboards.

• Performance Engineering - Load, stress, and soak testing automation; performance profiling and SLO alignment.

• Disaster Recovery Automation - Cross-region orchestration, IaC-driven DR runs, replication validation.

• FinOps/GreenOps - Cloud cost and efficiency automation, carbon-aware scaling policies.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Technical Leadership: Operates at the intersection of deep engineering and executive strategy.

• Multi-Domain Collaborator: Integrates reliability and resilience across architecture, operations, and business domains.

• Talent Multiplier: Develops and empowers senior managers, fostering engineering mastery and innovation.

• Credible Technical Authority: Trusted peer to Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering; capable of leading architecture reviews and executive briefings.

• Change Champion: Drives transformation of reliability practices across platforms, pipelines, and teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in cloud engineering, reliability, or platform leadership roles.

• 5+ years leading Sr. Managers/Managers in technical domains.

• Proven expertise across AWS, with working knowledge of Azure and GCP.

• Experience with multi-cloud governance, DR design, IaC at scale, and reliability automation.

• Strong understanding of observability, SRE principles, and REO/ITIL-aligned reliability frameworks.

• Certifications:

  • Required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

  • Preferred: AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect

Success Metrics

• 99.9% availability maintained for Tier-1 workloads.

• 100% coverage of DR automation for Tier-1 services.

• 25% annual increase in automated quality/test coverage.

• 15% annual improvement in resource efficiency and cost performance.

• Documented resilience participation across all enterprise architecture blueprints.

• Positive "technical peer readiness" and succession rating from Head of REO.

Summary Value Proposition

This Director role blends deep AWS reliability engineering expertise, multi-cloud technical breadth, and leadership scale.

It ensures REO maintains both technical depth and leadership redundancy, and it strengthens the bridge between engineering execution and enterprise architecture alignment.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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