Inorganics Manager

ALS • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. The Laboratory Manager - Inorganics has the following duties: Overseeing staff within the section. Maximum efficiency and productivity in the section. Fostering a work ethic within the section that increases productivity by: Ensuring resources are utilized effectively and efficiently Minimizing wastage (e.g. solvent) Reducing breakages (e.g. glassware) Optimizing the work hours within the laboratory Addressing staff moral and performance issues, informing the business manager/laboratory manager/senior chemist, where necessary. Maintaining an acceptable turnaround of tasks or results within the section, including meeting holding times. Additionally, will contribute to efficiencies in this area on continual basis. Ensuring all duties within the section are conducted in accordance with the Quality Procedures Manual. Keeping up to date with changes in methodology within the section. Will work with QA to update SOP’s and manuals as necessary. Work with other supervisors, managers and Laboratory Directors to achieve client satisfaction on timely delivery of results, improve and maintain relationships to other sections Training and developing of Team Lead(s). Assist in monitoring instrument performance and identify deviations from specification and notifying Manager or Laboratory Director if the instrument is not operating to specifications, including when instrument QC fall outside control limits. Have a working knowledge and understanding of the ALS quality management system. Be aware of requirements for laboratory competence. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to initiate corrective action without prompting and assist co-workers whenever necessary in order to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to effectively perform duties under pressures arising from large sample volumes and short turn-around times.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use (or learn to use) Laboratory Information Management System.
• Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co-workers, Department team members, management, and clients.
• Able to lift to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis (may request and use a dolly for situations requiring heavy loads).
• Able to sit, drive, and walk for 100% of an 8-hour day.
• Must be able to drive and get in and out of vehicle.
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate vehicle, computer and other equipment.
• Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate vehicle, office equipment.
• Must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

Nice To Haves

• Training and developing of Team Lead(s).
• Assist in monitoring instrument performance and identify deviations from specification and notifying Manager or Laboratory Director if the instrument is not operating to specifications, including when instrument QC fall outside control limits.
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of the ALS quality management system.
• Be aware of requirements for laboratory competence.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing staff within the section.
• Ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity in the section.
• Fostering a work ethic within the section that increases productivity by ensuring resources are utilized effectively and efficiently, minimizing wastage (e.g. solvent), reducing breakages (e.g. glassware), and optimizing work hours within the laboratory.
• Addressing staff moral and performance issues, informing the business manager/laboratory manager/senior chemist, where necessary.
• Maintaining an acceptable turnaround of tasks or results within the section, including meeting holding times, and contributing to efficiencies in this area on a continual basis.
• Ensuring all duties within the section are conducted in accordance with the Quality Procedures Manual.
• Keeping up to date with changes in methodology within the section and working with QA to update SOP’s and manuals as necessary.
• Working with other supervisors, managers and Laboratory Directors to achieve client satisfaction on timely delivery of results, improve and maintain relationships to other sections.
• Training and developing of Team Lead(s).
• Assisting in monitoring instrument performance and identifying deviations from specification and notifying Manager or Laboratory Director if the instrument is not operating to specifications, including when instrument QC fall outside control limits.
• Having a working knowledge and understanding of the ALS quality management system.
• Being aware of requirements for laboratory competence.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adhering to safety policies and practices.
• Following all company operating procedures, standards, policies, and training to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site.
• Playing an active role in the ALS safety program by correcting or reporting unsafe acts and conditions that are observed during the day-to-day operations to create a zero-injury work environment.
• Participating in and supporting HSE initiatives, as required by ALS leadership.
• Understanding and using HSE precautions (such as but not limited to fume hoods and PPE) while working with chemicals and samples of unknown hazards.
• Ensuring the health and safety of staff, contractors, and/or visitors by providing appropriate leadership, due diligence, resources, training, and enforcement for all individuals onsite.
• Monitoring and enforcing the health, safety and environment policies, procedures and ensuring compliance with the relevant regulations.
• Actively promoting awareness of these policies, procedures, and regulations amongst company personnel.
• Actively supporting and participating in all OHS initiatives, leading by example.
• Reporting all personal injuries and incidents and assisting with investigations as per company policy.
• Ensuring the company sites adhere to all environmental requirements as determined by government legislation, regulation, and company policy.
• Ensuring business is conducted in accordance with Core Values: Safe, Resilient, Curious, Committed, Caring, Honest.
• Ensuring Quality Systems are adhered to in performance, review, and reporting of laboratory duties and communicating all quality issues.
• Supporting the Quality Department and Continuous Improvement Processes.
• Taking appropriate steps to foreshadow potential risks and establish contingency plans.
• Ensuring all statutory management and reporting requirements are met.
• Ensuring compliance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
• Fostering a working environment that ensures quality targets are met or exceeded.
• Ensuring that the quality of the analytical data produced is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds company and market acceptable standards.
• Ensuring laboratory equipment is of the standard required to meet or exceed Data Quality Objectives (DQOs).
• Ensuring laboratory staff is trained in all aspects of the Quality System and adhere to the appropriate SOPs and principles of the system.
• Assessing the results of QA/QC audits and implementing improvements as required.
• Ensuring root cause investigations are properly conducted for corrective actions and solutions are effective and closed out in an appropriate timeframe (within the month).

Benefits

• Support to develop new skills and reach full potential.
• Investment in people with programs and opportunities that help build a diverse career.
• Safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on people, the planet and communities.
• Equal opportunity employer.
• Fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
• Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed