Metals Supervisor – Analytical Operations

SGS; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS East Syracuse, NY laboratory is seeking an experienced Metals Supervisor to supervise and grow a high-performing analytical testing team. This role balances technical problem-solving, team leadership, and operational excellence in a production laboratory environment.

As the Metals Supervisor – Analytical Operations, you will own day-to-day laboratory operations, guide analysts and technicians, and ensure high-quality, compliant data delivery—while actively promoting a strong culture of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field or equivalent education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience in analytical testing laboratories.
• Hands-on metals experience in a production or analytical environment.
• Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, process optimization, and sample lifecycle management.
• Experience applying technical judgment to troubleshoot analytical challenges.
• Knowledge of environmental testing protocols, regulations, and certifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Advanced English language skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily metals laboratory operations to meet turnaround time, throughput and data quality objectives.
• Coordinate workflow and sample prioritization to ensure production targets are met.
• Identify and resolve analytical or workflow challenges with expert judgment.
• Ensure accurate sample tracking, processing, and documentation within LIMS.
• Monitor instrument utilization and staffing alignment to maximize efficiency.
• Supervise, coach and mentor analysts and technicians.

Skills

Analytical testing

Team leadership

Process optimization

Sample lifecycle management

Technical judgment

Environmental testing regs

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Job description

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Our brand promise,when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Leadthe Science. Shape the Workflow. Set the Standard.

Our East Syracuse, NY laboratory is seeking an experienced MetalsSupervisor to supervise and grow a high-performing analytical testing team. This role is ideal for a hands-on analytical chemist who enjoys balancing technical problem-solving, team leadership, and operational excellence in a production laboratory environment.

As the MetalsSupervisor – Analytical Operations, you will own day-to-day laboratory operations, guide analysts and technicians, and ensure high-quality, compliant data delivery—while actively promoting a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

WhatYou’llLead & Own

MetalsLaboratory Operations

• Lead dailyMetalslaboratory operations to meetturnaround time, throughput, and data quality objectives
• Coordinate workflow and sample prioritization to ensure production targets are consistently achieved
• Apply expert technical judgment toidentifyand resolve analytical or workflow challenges
• Ensureaccuratesample tracking, processing, and documentation withinLIMS
• Monitor instrumentutilizationand staffing alignment to maximize operational efficiency

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and mentor analysts and technicians through clear expectations and hands-on leadership
• Partner with Team Leads, Senior Analysts, and the Laboratory Manager to support hiring, onboarding, and training
• Assistin developing junior analysts into fully productiveMetalscontributors
• Manage daily performance, address issues proactively, and model strong leadership behaviors

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Champion asafety-first laboratory cultureand ensure adherence to all safety protocols
• Address safety concernsimmediately(e.g., hood use, PPE compliance, chemical handling)
• Implement and reinforce best practices to ensure data quality meets or exceeds industry standards
• Maintainappropriate operatingsupplies and communicate potential risks or issues to management

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree inChemistryor a related scientific discipline, or equivalent education and experience
• 4+ years of experience in analytical testing laboratories
• Hands-onmetalsexperiencein a production or analytical environment
• Strong understanding oflaboratory workflows, process optimization, and sample lifecycle management
• Experience applying technical judgment to troubleshoot analytical challenges
• Knowledge of environmental testing protocols, regulations, and certifications
• ProficiencywithMicrosoft Office(Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Advanced English language skills (written and verbal)

Strongly Preferred:

• Prior experience supervising, leading, or mentoring laboratory staff
• Experience working in ahigh-throughput or production-driven lab
• Familiarity withLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead a specializedMetalsanalytical teamwith real operational impact
• Stable, growth-oriented laboratory environment
• Collaborative leadership culture with visibility to management
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range:$65,000 – $75,000 (based on experience)
• Schedule:Full-time | Exempt (not overtime eligible)
• Immediate eligibility for401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Four (4) floating holidaysannually
• Seven (7) paid company holidays
• Sick time accrual
• Eligibility for companybenefitprograms starting the first of the month following hire
• Relocation assistance may be consideredfor qualified candidates with strongMetalsexperience.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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