Asbestos Supervisor - Novi, MI

Bureau Veritas • Novi, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Asbestos Laboratory Supervisor leads the daily operations of Bureau Veritas's asbestos analysis laboratory, ensuring analytical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction. This role combines technical expertise in asbestos identification and analysis with supervisory responsibilities for laboratory personnel and quality assurance systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or related scientific discipline
• Current certifications in asbestos analysis (e.g., AIHA, NVLAP, or NIOSH 582 equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in industrial hygiene and/or environmental laboratory analysis
• Demonstrated proficiency with asbestos identification and quantification methods, NIOSH 7400, NIOSH 9002 and EPA 600/R-93
• Laboratory supervisory or lead experience
• Strong leadership and personnel management capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with ability to maintain meticulous records
• Self-motivated problem-solver capable of making sound decisions quickly
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Client-facing communication skills across all organizational levels

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• Availability for flexible scheduling (evenings/weekends) to meet client workload demands
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safety-compliant laboratory environment

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the asbestos analysis laboratory
• Implement and maintain compliance with all quality systems and standard operating procedures
• Ensure analytical data meets Bureau Veritas quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Supervise laboratory staff with hiring and termination authority/recommendations
• Provide technical guidance on quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures
• Mentor laboratory personnel in problem-solving and analytical techniques
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused work environment
• Review and approve all analytical data before client delivery
• Monitor laboratory quality metrics and implement corrective actions
• Ensure adherence to asbestos analysis protocols and industry standards
• Perform routine sample preparation and asbestos analysis
• Troubleshoot analytical challenges and recommend solutions
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and documentation
• Recommend capital equipment and prepare business justifications
• Interact with clients regarding project status, results, and technical questions
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-matched Retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Paid Parental Leave Up to 10 Weeks for Pregnancy
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Tuition Assistance, along with optional life and pet insurance
• Access to Corporate Discounts
• Base Pay is adjusted based on job-related knowledge, skills,  experience, and market location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees