Laboratory Supervisor

AK America; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. is seeking a self-directed supervisor to oversee laboratory technicians and manage resources to ensure timely, accurate results. The role combines hands-on lab work with leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Travel of 1–2 weeks for training to Fowlerville, MI is required, with ongoing domestic travel of 10–15% in the first year and thereafter. Strong communication, SAP knowledge, and adherence to ISO/IATF standards are important.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in STEM or Plastics Processing.
• Minimum 5 years laboratory experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Laboratory resources to meet work demand
• Hiring, training and development of resources
• Resolution of testing nonconformities
• Coordinate Technical Work Requests (Limited at Athens site)
• Ensure activities comply with lean, ethical, and regulatory requirements, including IATF 16949 / A2LA ISO 17025 / ISO 14001

Skills

Laboratory experience

Microsoft Office

ASTM/ISO testing

SAP ERP

Education

Associates / Bachelors in STEM or Plastics Processing

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

Company

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.

Job Description

We are seeking a self-directed and results oriented person to supervise laboratory technicians and manage resources to ensure accurate and impartial output of results in a timely manner. If you have good communication skills, enjoy working with people and plastic, and able to work at times in a fast-paced environment.

Position will require 1 to 2 weeks of travel to Fowlerville, Michigan for training shortly after hire.

Job Tasks

• Manage Laboratory resources to meet work demand
• Hiring, training and development of resources
• Resolution of testing nonconformities
• Coordinate Technical Work Requests (Limited at Athens site)
• Ensure that all activities are completed in compliance with lean, ethical, and regulatory requirements, including IATF 16949 / A2LA ISO 17025 / ISO 14001
• Seek continuous improvement through periodic assessments

Qualifications

• Associates / Bachelors in STEM or Plastics Processing
• Minimum 5 years laboratory experience
• Preferred supervisory experience

Required Skills

• Microsoft Office (excel, word, power point, outlook)
• ASTM/ISO testing knowledge
• Good laboratory practice habits and maintenance/calibration of equipment
• SAP ERP knowledge preferred but not required

Work Environment / Physical Demands / Travel

• Office environment
• Sits, walks, stands sometimes
• Lifts occasionally
• Ability to travel 10-15% domestically for the first year for training, 10% travel after first year

About Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.

Asahi Kasei Plastics is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high performance, engineered polymers and chemically coupled polypropylene resins in North America. Our company encourages a dynamic employee culture focused on the pursuit of innovation. We challenge our employees to have fun and work hard when finding and making solutions for tomorrow's polymers.

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.