Lab Supervisor

Triumph Processing Inc.; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Triumph Processing Inc. seeks a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee the lab and technicians, ensure adherence to test methods and procedures, and manage bulk chemical inventory. The role includes coordinating with purchasing, QA, and customers to meet specifications and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a chemistry background, 5+ years in manufacturing, and experience with NADCAP/AS9100 audits. The position involves annual lab audits and process improvements in a high-temperature lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry; 5+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in laboratory environments and adherence to quality/audit standards.

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.
• Evaluates 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.
• Perform routine analytical and physical process control testing including evaluation of external test reports.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives in the laboratory department including internal auditing.
• Participates in audits pertaining to NADCAP, AS9100, & Individual Customer Surveillance Audits.
• Identifies or recommends new or upgrading of equipment and/or methods to improve productivity and capacity.
• Monitors, measures and implements 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.
• Motivates, coaches, and develops employees within the department.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Job description

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• 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
• Evaluates 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
• Perform routine analytical and physical process control testing including evaluation of external test reports
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives in the laboratory department including internal auditing
• Participates in audits pertaining to NADCAP, AS9100, & Individual Customer Surveillance Audits
• Identifies or recommends new or upgrading of equipment and/or methods to improve productivity and capacity
• Monitors, measures and implements 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
• Motivates, coaches, and develops employees within the department
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds or less
• Requires frequent speaking, standing, and walking
• Occasional grasping, reaching, and bending
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety Glasses
• Sense of sound, touch, and sight
• Shop conditions can be in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer season

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor's Degree (four year college or technical school) Preferred, Field of Study: Chemistry

Experience: 5 plus years of experience in manufacturing, preferred

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