Lab Supervisor

Valence Surface Technologies; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(K)-3% Match

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies seeks a lab supervisor to provide oversight and support for the lab and technicians in Lawrence, MA. You will ensure adherence to test methods and laboratory procedures, manage chemical inventories, and direct proper handling of controlled materials.

The role requires coordinating with purchasing, maintaining accurate records, and driving continuous improvement while participating in NADCAP-related audits and supplier communications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of lab or technician supervision experience.
• Ability to oversee test methods and laboratory procedures.
• Strong attention to records and data accuracy.

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 handling of controlled materials and proper storage.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the laboratory and participate in NADCAP audits.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Time Management

Job description

Our Mission:

Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company specializing in the commercial aerospace, defense, space and satellite industries. With strategically located sites across the United States, Valence provides a start to finish solution from NDT and chemical processing, to paint and sub-assembly.

1st Shift 7:00am-3:30pm

• 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
• Customer Surveillance Audits Identifies or recommends new or upgrading of equipment and/or methods to improve productivity and capacity
• 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

Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Systems Analysis - Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Delegating Responsibility - Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position involves working with and around hazardous chemicals and solvents. The majority of work is performed in shop conditions and can be in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer season.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Long term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(K)-3% Match
• Holiday Pay

COMPENSATION RANGE: $28.00 to $30.00 Per hour

This position requires access to knowledge and technical data regulated by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Valence Surface Technologies is required to verify that applicants meet ITAR requirements prior to employment for this role.