Technical Director Job at Saigepartners in Anoka
Saigepartners, Anoka, MN, United States
Technical Director
Our client seeks a Technical Director to lead technical strategy and oversight during a period of expansion. The role captures, codifies, and scales technical expertise across franchise partners and mobile laboratories. The successful candidate will have deep Industrial Hygiene knowledge and will design systems that ensure consistent, high‑quality execution across all locations.
This is a Direct Hire role.
Responsibilities
- Accreditation & Compliance
- Lead NVLAP accreditation from readiness assessment through certification
- Oversee professional licensing and laboratory accreditations across all operations
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Manage audit preparation, proficiency testing, and quality control documentation
- Build scalable compliance systems to support multi‑site and franchise operations
- SOP Development & Process Systems
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of mobile lab SOPs
- Standardize technical procedures to ensure consistency and defensibility
- Evaluate emerging testing methods and technologies
- Define service offerings based on technical rigor, market demand, and risk
- Training & Knowledge Management
- Design training frameworks that build true technical competency
- Standardize onboarding and continuing education across all locations
- Capture and document institutional knowledge into scalable systems
- Ensure consistent technical performance across field and lab teams
- Technical Leadership
- Serve as senior CIH, providing guidance on complex or high‑risk projects
- Support field teams with sampling strategies, methodologies, and reporting
- Maintain high technical standards through process and leadership
- Provide expertise in asbestos, mold, lead, and hazardous materials testing
- Sales & Industry Engagement
- Act as the technical authority in client and partner discussions
- Represent the organization at industry events and with regulatory bodies
- Support franchise partners in understanding and maintaining technical standards
Desired Skills & Qualifications
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation
- 8‑10+ years of experience in environmental testing, consulting, or lab services
- Hands‑on expertise in asbestos, mold, lead, and hazardous materials
- Experience developing SOPs, quality systems, and accreditation processes
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and audit processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field