Laboratory Supervisor Carrboro, NC

Owasa; Carrboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NC LGERS

457 Deferred Compensation

Retirement Health Savings

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid leave (Vacation, Sick, Personal,

Bereavement and Parental Leave

12 Paid Holidays

Educational Reimbursement

Cell Phone Stipend

Transfer of unused sick leave

Many more benefits

Job summary

OWASA in Carrboro, NC is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to lead our wastewater management laboratory programs and staff. The role emphasizes compliance, testing oversight, and continuous improvement in a public utility setting.

The ideal candidate has four+ years in wastewater labs, with at least one year in supervision, plus a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Strong leadership and customer communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Four years of wastewater laboratory experience with at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Experience analyzing inorganic and bacteriological wastewater parameters using certified methods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratory procedures and programs comply with laws, policies, and regulations.
• Perform and oversee analytical testing; maintain inventory and determine equipment needs.
• Supervise, develop, and coach two staff and one summer intern; ensure performance.
• Communicate with customers, the public, and vendors.
• Create/update SOPs, QC/QA manuals, Chemical Hygiene Plans, Safety Data Sheets, Chain of Custody, Discharge Monitoring Reports, and monthly reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science or environmental studies

Job description

Seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Supervisor to foster a culture of excellence and lead our Wastewater Management Laboratory programs and team. OWASA is a leader in the utility industry; our Wastewater Treatment Plant is a Grade IV facility with a reclaimed water distribution system.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring all laboratory procedures and programs are compliant with all laws, policies, and regulations.
• Performing and overseeing analytical testing; maintaining an inventory of supplies and determining proper equipment to purchase.
• Supervising, developing, and coaching a staff of two employees and one summer intern; ensuring performance expectations are met.
• Communicating with customers, the public, and vendors.
• Creating and updating documents such as: Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Control/Quality Assurance manuals, Chemical Hygiene Plans, Safety Data Sheets, Chain of Custody forms, Discharge Monitoring Report and monthly reports.

Successful candidates should have:

• At least four years’ experience in wastewater laboratory and one year performing in a supervisory role; bachelor’s degree in related field of study such as physical science or environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience analyzing inorganic and bacteriological wastewater parameters using certified wastewater methods (ex: cBOD, TSS, Fecal Coliform, etc.).
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Service-oriented attitude, professionalism, and a passion to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment are necessary.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.
• Ability to meet and maintain requirements for a safety sensitive position; physical requirements include the ability to frequently exert 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

• Membership in the NC Local Government Employee Retirement System
• 5% Employer 457 Deferred Compensation contribution; Retirement Health Savings account
• Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement and Parental Leave
12 Paid Holidays
• Educational Reimbursement: Bonus Pay for Additional Certifications and/or Education
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Ability to transfer unused sick leave from preceding NC Local Government or State agency employer
• Much, much more!

OWASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diverse experiences. We provide competitive pay and benefits in a safe, rewarding work environment.