Lab Supervisor

AmSpec Group; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Petroleum Industry seeks a Laboratory Supervisor for their Mobile facility. This role is responsible for overseeing laboratory personnel, ensuring testing accuracy, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in management, with strong interpersonal and technical skills. Join the team and enhance laboratory operations while ensuring quality control and compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 years management experience in Petroleum Industry, or 5+ years with Associate's Degree.
• Strong managerial and technical skills required.
• Safety protocols knowledge necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule lab assignments, oversee analytical testing work.
• Compile and verify lab test data; maintain customer sample records.
• Provide training and act as a liaison among laboratory personnel.

Skills

Managerial skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical knowledge of laboratory operations

Effective communication skills

Understanding of safety and training issues

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Associate’s Degree with required experience

Job description

Responsible for operations and supervision of laboratory personnel. Accountable for keeping the Laboratory Manager informed of all testing issues, instrument status, and accuracy of data and results.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and schedule lab assignments, oversee analytical testing work.
2. Compile and verify lab test data; maintain accurate records of customer samples.
3. Analyze quality control samples to ensure equipment efficiency.
4. Provide training to laboratory analysts and act as liaison between technicians, Laboratory Manager, and Operations.
5. Prepare corrective and preventative action reports related to QA/QC and maintain review records.
6. Follow up on non-conformances, investigate, and implement corrective actions.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
8. This position is safety-sensitive and requires pre-employment, random, and annual drug and alcohol testing.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years management experience in Petroleum Industry, or Associate’s Degree with 5+ years of experience in the Petroleum Industry.
• Strong managerial and interpersonal skills.
• Technical knowledge of laboratory operations.
• Effective communication skills with employees, consultants, management, and colleagues.
• Understanding of safety and training issues.

Working Conditions

Primarily in a laboratory setting with occasional trips for sample collection or delivery. Exposure to fumes, particles, and chemicals is possible. Protective equipment and safety protocols are provided and required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand long periods.
• Must pass drug, pulmonary fitness, respirator fit tests, and physical examination.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work with odors within OSHA limits.