Our brand new, state-of-the-art Material Research Center is starting its operations during first half of the year 2025 and we are now seeking a proactive and experienced Laboratory Manager to join our team in Tampere, Finland.

As Laboratory Manager you will act as an operational head within our material research laboratory. You will oversee daily laboratory activities, manage a team of laboratory technicians, and be responsible for planning, testing, and analyzing various materials. You will also play a key role in developing and refining work practices and testing procedures, ensuring adherence to quality systems, and maintaining the performance of laboratory machinery. This role involves reporting results to both internal teams and external clients, so excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Serve as the operational head of the new material research laboratory
• Plan and manage laboratory work and testing processes
• Oversee and report results to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and enhance work practices, testing protocols, and quality systems
• Manage and ensure the proper functioning of laboratory equipment and procedures
• Supervise and support laboratory technicians in their daily work
• Ensure that laboratory operations are efficient, organized, and comply with safety and quality standards

Our expectations:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Material, Chemical, or related field)
• Proven experience on research and development within a laboratory environment
• Laboratory work experience, with a focus on research project management
• Strong research and analytical skills with excellent organizational abilities
• Co-operative team player with leadership abilities
• Innovative mindset
• Fluent English is a must-have, Finnish is an advantage

Experience on rubber, biomaterials, or recycled materials is a definite plus. Previous experience on working in an international environment is an advantage.

What we’ll offer:

• Possibility to work in a modern Material Research Center and an opportunity to set up and develop its operations
• An easy-going, collaborative and innovative work environment with focus on research and development
• Flexibility
• Broad health insurance and group leisure time accident insurance
• Epassi well-being, sport, and culture benefit
• Bike benefit

If setting up and working in this modern Material Research Center sounds something you would like to do, please submit your application and CV at the latest by 20.11.2024.

For more information about the position, you can contact Head of Tire & Material Development Ilkka Lehtoranta via email ilkka.lehtoranta@blackdonuts.com or by calling +358 400 751 589 on Friday 8.11. 12–13 o’clock or Friday 15.11. 12–13 o’clock.

Please note that all applications must be entered via our recruitment system and applications submitted via email will not be considered.