Aerospace Lab Lead & Process Improvement (1st Shift)

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401K Match

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC is seeking a lab supervisor for our Lawrence, MA facility. The role provides general oversight and support for the lab and technicians, ensuring adherence to test methods and laboratory procedures in a high-temperature shop environment.

You will manage inventory of bulk and reagent chemicals, ensure proper handling of controlled materials, and coordinate with purchasing to maintain supply levels.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to oversee lab operations and technicians.
• Familiar with safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide general oversight and support for the lab and technicians.
• Oversee adherence to test methods and laboratory procedures.
• Perform inventory management of all bulk and reagent chemicals.
• Direct the proper preparation, storage, and use of all controlled materials.
• Evaluate supplies and materials needed for testing and directs purchasing department on correct ordering.
• Keep accurate records related to testing activities and prepare summary reports of data in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot instruments, equipment, and production processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the laboratory department including internal auditing.
• Participate in NADCAP audits.
• Customer Surveillance Audits.
• Identify or recommend new or upgrading of equipment and/or methods to improve productivity and capacity.
• Monitor, measure and implement corrective action to improve results within the department.
• Participate in new process implementation within the company including customer specification reviews.
• Interact with outside vendors, laboratories, and customers to communicate requirements and resolve issues.
• Motivate, coach, and develop employees within the department.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Time Management

Safety Awareness

Detail Oriented

Communication

Management Skills

Job description

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC is seeking a lab supervisor for our Lawrence, MA facility. The role provides general oversight and support for the lab and technicians, ensuring adherence to test methods and laboratory procedures in a high-temperature shop environment.

You will manage inventory of bulk and reagent chemicals, ensure proper handling of controlled materials, and coordinate with purchasing to maintain supply levels.