Laboratory Supervisor

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor for the Cleveland Works chemical laboratory. You will lead a team of hourly union employees, ensure safety and compliance, and support manufacturing with timely lab results.

You will develop and apply analytical methods, participate in audits, maintain equipment, and coordinate with operations to deliver reliable testing. A BS in a technical field and strong leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Sciences or Engineering or Chemistry with relevant experience in analytical labs.
• Prior supervisory experience in a laboratory setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with ASTM and other agency test methods; audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hourly union employees and ensure safety.
• Support audit readiness for Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and perform preventive maintenance; troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and apply analytical methods and procedures.
• Coordinate with operations to provide timely and reliable lab support for manufacturing.
• Create work instructions for lab procedures and manage lab inventory within budget.
• Communicate with upstream/downstream operations and external contractors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Technical Sciences or Engineering

BS in Chemistry

Tools

Atomic emission spectroscopy (OES, XRF, ICP)

LECO elemental analyzers

Job description

Location: Cleveland, OHCleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Laboratory Supervisor in our Cleveland Works chemical laboratory. The successful candidate will combine strong technical and analytical skills with effective communication and leadership, ensuring safe, accurate, and reliable laboratory operations. This role includes supervising hourly union employees, supporting audit readiness, maintaining laboratory equipment, developing and applying analytical methods, and coordinating with operations to provide timely and reliable support for manufacturing.Summary of Responsibilities:Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.Supervise, train, schedule, and manage the safety of hourly union employees.Work effectively within a team environment using clear and effective communication skills.Develop and implement processes to ensure timely and accurate results and drive continuous improvement.Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits for Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards, including IATF 16949 and ISO 17025 accreditation through A2LA.Develop analytical methods and apply ASTM and other agency test methods, including creating new test methods as needed.Perform timely maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of laboratory, sample preparation, and testing equipment to ensure reliable support for manufacturing operations.Create and maintain work instructions for laboratory procedures within the area of responsibility.Manage inventory of laboratory chemicals and equipment spares within budgetary limits.Communicate with upstream and downstream operations and external contractors to coordinate work, deliveries, and services.Acquire, install, and set up new equipment.Perform other duties as required to support business operations.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Technical Sciences or Engineering such as Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering or applicable relevant experience ie. experience in atomic emission spectroscopy (OES, XRF, ICP).Supervisory experienceStrong verbal and written communication, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.Advanced computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office productsAbility to thrive in a diverse and dynamic work environment.Demonstrated success in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.Strong interpersonal skills.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Chemistry.Supervisory experience within a heavy industry unionized environmentA2LA training.Experience in atomic emission spectroscopy (OES, XRF, ICP).Experience with LECO elemental analyzers (C, S, N, O).Experience working in a unionized environment.Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.The salary range for this role is $75,000 to $95,000. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location and business or organizational needs.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.