Laboratory Supervisor

Heritage Environmental Services, LLC • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

As the Laboratory Supervisor you will be responsible for overseeing the facility's laboratory function to ensure that tests are performed accurately, according to regulations and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required); degree in chemistry or science-related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of progressive experience in a laboratory environment (required)
• Hands-on approach to effectively complete testing, equipment maintenance and training
• Strong communication skills to effectively and timely communicate details of questionable or hazardous materials to appropriate authorities, respond to incidents, and train other laboratory personnel
• Chemical knowledge including characteristics, reactions and hazards of substances encountered in the hazardous waste industry
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management (LIM) systems
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
• Detailed understanding of regulatory requirements and familiarity with industry trends
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and conduct maintenance on laboratory equipment
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role

Nice To Haves

• degree in chemistry or science-related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Supervises the laboratory and laboratory personnel to ensure the accurate, compliant, and productive operations of the department
• Reviews analytical data to confirm data accuracy and acceptability of material for disposal
• Provides oversight of the redirection and testing of off-spec materials
• Coordinates additional testing with third-party laboratories or other service providers as needed
• Manages the purchases and distribution of departmental operating supplies; ensures adherence to laboratory budget to promote profitability and performs functions to control costs
• Provides technical expertise as needed to the Operations and Sales teams; supports Sales by ensuring pre-acceptance testing is completed appropriately
• Supports, maintains and troubleshoots various laboratory instruments and equipment
• Prepares various reporting as requested by location or organizational leadership
• Participates in hiring, performance evaluation, promotion and discipline decisions for team members as needed
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Benefits

• Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives.
• Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees