Job Details

Tundra Testing is Alaskas leading veteran-owned environmental and materials testing laboratory, located minutes from the Anchorage airport. We serve industries that power Alaska from oil and gas to construction, real estate, and environmental development providing precise, accredited analytical data that drives smarter decisions and protects Alaskan communities.

Were looking for a dynamic, hands?on Laboratory Manager who can combine operational excellence with strong people leadership. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of running efficient, compliant laboratories, motivating teams, and upholding quality standards aligned with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Youll lead daily operations, mentor skilled technicians, manage resources and workflows, and ensure every test that leaves our lab meets the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and reliability. If you take pride in leadership, precision, and process improvement this is your opportunity to make an impact in a growing, mission?driven lab.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of day?to?day laboratory operations scheduling, workload management, and process optimization.
• Supervise, train, and inspire laboratory staff to maintain the highest levels of technical performance and professionalism.
• Oversee sample custody, testing workflow, and data validation to ensure accuracy and turnaround goals are met.
• Manage laboratory assets, including calibration, maintenance, and verification of analytical equipment.
• Enforce compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and participate in audits, SOP updates, and CAPA processes.
• Promote and monitor compliance with the Chemical Hygiene Plan, OSHA standards, and all applicable safety regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives track KPIs, evaluate performance trends, and implement best practices.
• Communicate with clients and regulatory partners with professionalism and clarity, providing technical support when needed.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align personnel, budgeting, and resource allocation with the labs strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in laboratory management or supervisory leadership within an environmental, analytical, or materials testing lab.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017, QA/QC systems, and analytical method traceability.
• Excellent leadership skills with a focus on mentorship, accountability, and high-performance culture.
• Proficiency in laboratory safety management, including OSHA, NIOSH, and Alaska DEC standards.
• Experience with LIMS platforms, data integrity, and audit documentation.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance technical detail and operational oversight.

$115,000 yearly

Compensation

At Tundra Testing, precision isnt just a promise its our mission. Were a veteran?led, Alaska?owned environmental and materials testing laboratory based in Anchorage, strategically located near Ted Stevens International Airport to shorten the distance between sample and solution.

Our team delivers defensible, compliance?ready data for soil, water, air, and biological materials using EPA?approved, ISO/ASTM/NIOSH?validated methods. We support Alaskas most vital industries oil and gas, construction, real estate, and environmental development with a focus on speed, transparency, and regulatory confidence.

Driven by a culture of discipline, accountability, and service, we combine cutting?edge technology with local expertise to produce results that meet or exceed federal and state standards. Every analysis, every report, and every client relationship reflects what we stand for: respect, precision, and unwavering integrity.