Lab Manager

Veolia • Moore, OK

22h

About The Position

Position Purpose: Manages the activities of the laboratory function and its personnel at United Water Services’ plants in various locations. Manages the department in an efficient and cost-effective manner and provides qualitative and quantitative data for use in decision-making at the treatment plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in chemistry, biology, engineering or related field.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in the field of wastewater analysis or a closely related field with a minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Must be familiar with the operation and maintenance of all general laboratory equipment, including specialized equipment used in a laboratory.
• Familiar with Industrial Pretreatment Program standards, the Clean Water Act and wastewater treatment practices and regulations.
• Good management and interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Proficient in Laboratory Information Management System software.
• Understand and be able to apply laboratory QA/QC procedures.
• Understand and be able to apply statistical process control.
• Must have demonstrated ability in planning, organizing, coordinating and directing all laboratory functions.
• Ability to apply scientific and technical knowledge accurately in the completion of all analytical procedures.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and reports.
• Ability to read and understand Federal and State regulations.
• Ability to speak in public.
• Ability to identify, develop and present training for staff.
• Quality Assurance/Control –Sixth Sigma preferred.
• IDEM Municipal Wastewater Operator Class I license or the ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.
• IDEM Industrial Wastewater Operator Class A license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day to day functions of the department and personnel.
• Oversee the software programs that are used in the lab (currently LIMS).
• Organizes, coordinates, directs and controls all department functions, programs and costs.
• Plans, coordinates, determines and reviews schedules, assignments and work of department personnel.
• Determines and implements methods to improve analytical procedures.
• Ensures that all analytical procedures and results comply with QA/QC guidelines.
• Ensures that all employees follow safety procedures.
• Maintains analytical records and files to satisfy legal and historical requirements, and is responsible for preparing reports and technical materials required by State and Federal Agencies.
• Evaluates and interprets analytical results and established test priorities.
• Provides technical specifications for all laboratory contracts.
• Reviews outside laboratories for quality assurance/quality control.
• Performs specialized chemical, biological and bacteriological tests.
• Maintains and adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Track new local, state and federal regulations that would apply to the Indianapolis area projects.
• Provide employee development input.
• Prepares reports on special projects.
• Write standard operating procedures.
• Train staff on SOPs and safety practices.
• Provides process control support to the operation’s department.
• Provide monthly status reports.
• Prepare required reports for the department.
• On-call as needed for plant issues.
• Attend meetings as required and needed.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
• In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager