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BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA
Wet Chemistry Supervisor - Novi, MI
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What they do
A Chemistry Laboratory Supervisor supervises operations and experiments in a chemistry research laboratory. Oversees and provides technical direction to lab staff. Manages lab safety and maintains records. Maintains inventories of chemicals and supplies.
$75,304 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
Wet Chemistry Supervisor Operating Group:
North America -Labs Division/Cluster:
Industry & Facilities (I&F)Job Summary:
The incumbent will work independently and/or as part of a team to provide operational support to the laboratory.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job requirements may include, but are not limited to:- Managing the day-to-day operation of the department
- Responsibility and authority for ensuring that the quality system of the laboratory is implemented and followed at all times
- Ensuring overall high quality analytical data is produced by the department
- Recommending capital equipment and preparing justifications
- Performing routine and complex sample preparation and analysis for the analytical department
- Able to discuss technical matters about their techniques with clients
- Drive continuing process improvement
- Working independently and problem solving any issues that may come up in the department
- Internal systems/processes
- Advanced instrument/analytical problem solving
- Answering questions that may arise from the client service team Supervisory Responsibilities
- Authority over staff, which includes recommending hiring and firing
- Providing technical guidance to laboratory personnel
- Consulting in upper-level decisions within the department
- Training new employees Skills The requirements listed below are representative of acquired skills required.
- Comprehensive computer skills - Internet, MS Office
- Able to operate lab instruments including relevant software and computer programs, including the laboratories LIMS system
- Quality and quantity of work meets laboratory benchmarks
- Follows safety requirements including the appropriate use of safety glasses, gloves, lab coats
- IDC sample requirements are met
- Company procedures and policies adhered to
- Turnaround times achieved Competencies The requirements listed below are competencies required to perform the job successfully.
- Reasoning ability
- Conflict management
- Ability to work independently
- Decision-making
- Strategic Planning/Organizing
- Problem solving Education, Certifications, and Experience (required)
- Bachelor's degree in science or related field
- 10+ years of experience directly related to industrial hygiene techniques
- Ability to interact with clients and all levels of staff
- Leadership experience desired
- Detail oriented, self-starter, strong written and verbal skills
- Capable of making sound decisions quickly and effectively Physical and Environmental Conditions The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel small and large scientific equipment.
- Standing to work at laboratory height benches for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Travel Requirements
- Limited travel less than 10%.