Lab Manager

Reworld Waste•Avon, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance programs for sampling of products and wastes processed through Reworld facilities. This role ensures regulatory compliance, production quality, and operational efficiency while supporting Reworld’s policies, goals, and objectives. As a key member of the facility operations team, the Lab Manager is accountable for maintaining high-quality standards and fostering a safe, inclusive work environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (required).
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a process laboratory or industrial laboratory environment.
Exceptional ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work effectively with laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
Demonstrated ability to develop staff, resolve conflict, and lead teams.
Ability to model and support Reworld Values and Behaviors.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee Avon and Avon Lake, OH laboratories.
Ensure laboratory operations effectively support sales and facility operations.
Communicate regularly with transportation teams to maintain strong interdepartmental relationships.
Attend KPI and leadership meetings and present laboratory performance and compliance status.
Participate in customer meetings to support project work as required.
Uphold compliance requirements through accurate and timely analytical support.
Construct, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to demonstrate performance and compliance.
Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
Manage laboratory instrumentation needs and ensure proper support and functionality.
Manage laboratory footprints (layout, space planning, and mechanical considerations) to support current operations and future growth.
Provide reports on progress and performance as required by local management.
Lead weekly safety meetings and provide daily safety topics/reminders to site teams.
Enforce all required safety training in accordance with company policies.
Promote and maintain a culture of zero incidents through leadership and accountability.
Complete and maintain the following certifications: IATA training and certification (self) and identify 1–2 additional team members to obtain certification. HAZWOPER initial certification and required refreshers. HAZMAT initial certification and required refreshers.
Ensure all employees are trained to perform work safely and in compliance with regulations and SOP’s.
Promote cross-site coverage for PTO and emergency project support.
Share talent across sites to maximize team effectiveness and flexibility.
Interview candidates and participate in hiring decisions.
Foster training programs for incoming talent.
Promote career growth and development for team members.
Identify: One to two individuals capable of stepping into the Lab Manager role in the future. At least one laboratory technician per site with potential to grow into a lead role.
Manage performance and goal setting for direct reports.
Foster a high-performing culture built on clear expectations, accountability, and trust.
Demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with Reworld Values, including: Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust, Building Breakthrough Capabilities.