Laboratory Supervisor, Research &Development

Orion Steel Group; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturing company in Canada is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to manage R&D operations, ensure ISO compliance, and lead team safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering and significant experience in team coordination. This role offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

Family medical, dental and prescription coverage

Short- and long-term disability programs

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in R&D or industrial setting.
• 5 years of experience coordinating teams or employees.
• Knowledge of OH&S provincial and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall R&D laboratory operations and resources.
• Lead the safety program and 6S program.
• Hire, train, and evaluate performance of staff.

Skills

Team leadership

ISO 9001 compliance

Project management

Resource management

Communication skills

Mechanical knowledge

Education

BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology Diploma

Job description

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc. our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The laboratory supervisor manages the overall R&D laboratory operations through direct oversight of the R&D technologists. They collaborate with management to effectively allocate resources based on the business priorities and maintain the facilities and addition. The laboratory supervisor will also lead the R&D safety Pipe & Steel R&D maintains registration with ISO 9001 and as such the laboratory supervisor will assist the Quality Management Designate in overseeing the Quality Management System to ensure compliance. Finally the laboratory supervisor will assist management in achieving long term goals through identifying Capex needs developing their business cases and developing and maintaining laboratory resource management tools.

Supervising Technologist

• Allocate resources based on the business priorities identified by the R&D management and oversee project tasks assigned to the team to completion.
• Maintain the facilities and equipment.

Identifying Capex Needs and Developing Business Cases

• Manage the R&D QMS program and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 while maintaining certification.
• Develop and maintain laboratory resource management tools.
• Provide support to all R&D research programs (namely Linepipe Steel and OCTG Long Products Plates) and the Rapid Response program.
• Hire, train, develop, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff; review and recommend personnel actions for approval.
• Lead the Safety program.
• Lead the 6S program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering (metallurgical / mechanical engineering preferred) or Engineering Technology Diploma with 10 years of relevant experience.
• 5 years of experience coordinating teams/employees, preferably in an industrial setting.
• ISO 9001 lead auditor / project management experience.
• Knowledge of OH&S provincial and federal regulations, strong mechanical knowledge and experience in developing PM programs, strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with project management and design software, experience working with a collective bargaining group.
• Strong team leadership skills, ability to learn and take on new skills, self‑starter with ability to ensure projects are completed while balancing changing short‑term priorities.

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short- and long-term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group L.L.C is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Orion Steel Group L.L.C is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

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Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success, and builds careers!

Employment Type: Full‑Time

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