💼 Full-Time Position

Laboratory Manager

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Ball Aerospace
📍 kettering, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
kettering, United-Kingdom
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Posted
May 27, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for leading the Laboratory Services function across the region, providing technical expertise and support to manufacturing plants, customers, Global Engineering, Global Innovation, suppliers, and licensees. This role drives laboratory strategy, operational excellence, risk mitigation, and industry leadership related to aluminum packaging and packaged-product interactions while ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and customer support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and prioritize Laboratory Services activities across the region to support business and operational objectives.
  • Manage a $2M+ annual budget and oversee a $20M laboratory facility with business-critical assets.
  • Develop and execute laboratory strategic plans, including talent development, safety initiatives, CAPEX planning, KPI management, and SLA performance improvement.
  • Serve as the company’s technical exp...