PFAS Supervisor

ALS • Middletown, PA

17h

About The Position

The PFAS Supervisor will be responsible for efficient operation of the section: work completed on time and with a high degree of accuracy; minimum wastage of consumables; efficient and timely ordering of consumables; staff morale; staff fully trained and competent for their duties.

Requirements

• Associate degree is required. Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 3+ years of analytical laboratory experience in PFAS is required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing staff within the section.
• Maintaining an acceptable turnaround of tasks or results within the section, including meeting holding times.
• 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.
• Prioritizing the work received for the section.
• Training and developing of section staff.
• Ensuring accuracy of results and that QC is carried out.
• Monitoring instrument performance and identify deviations from specification and notifying Laboratory management if the instrument is not operating to specifications, including when instrument QC fall outside control limits.
• Maintaining documentation of samples, standards, reports and instrument/method logs.
• Perform analytical tests as required and producing results.
• Investigating and rectifying anomalies reported for QC and test samples.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Control consumable stock required for the tasks performed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensuring the quality of the lab is maintained at the level that meets or exceeds the QC targets set out in the QC manual.
• Ensuring instrument repairs, maintenance and calibration schedules are carried out (e.g. ovens, balances etc.)
• Assessing results of QA/QC audits and implementing improvements as required.

Benefits

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree