QC Lab Supervisor

SNF Holding Company•Plaquemine, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Quality Control Laboratory, including, but not limited to, monitoring the work of QC Lab Technicians, ensuring products are analyzed in accordance with established procedures, validating Certificates of Analysis for conforming products, and reclassifying nonconforming products. The position requires coordination and communication with multiple departments, including but not limited to Production Planning, Production, Quality Assurance, and Process Support, to ensure analytical integrity, facilitate timely analysis, and maintain customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is required; Chemistry preferred
Minimum: 2+ years of experience in a Lead Tech role
Requires strong written and verbal communication skills
Must have highly developed attention to detail
Must have excellent time management skills
Must effectively demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities, along with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous improvement
Must be able to work with employees in a positive, professional, and effective manner
Requires the ability to prioritize tasks, self-motivate, think independently, address issues, follow up, implement solutions, and work effectively in a team environment
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

Preferred: 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role

Responsibilities

Monitor QC Laboratory activities on a day-to-day basis and ensure operations are carried out safely and efficiently
Review analyses performed by QC Technicians to ensure adherence to established procedures, accuracy of results, and proper reporting of conformity status in the company ERP system
Review and validate Certificates of Analysis for customer orders of finished products
Review and validate recertification results and issue Certificates of Conformance upon request
Work with other departments to ensure analyses are reported accurately and in a timely manner
Create and maintain QC Technician work schedules, assignments, training, and evaluations
Coordinate and maintain records for work schedules, assignments, training, and various evaluations
Perform laboratory testing on a fill-in basis, as needed
Perform evaluations of new test methodologies and revise testing procedures as needed
Conduct training for new hires and existing staff
Oversee SOPs to ensure compliance with regulations
Monitor QA/QC of all reportable data
Assist in the development and maintenance of safety protocols
Request for laboratory supplies and equipment
Maintain laboratory supply and equipment inventory, along with accurate recordkeeping and filing systems
Prepare permits, work orders, procedures, and incident reports as needed
Analyze nonconforming material, identify chemical properties and hazards
Conduct audits, including but not limited to procedures, processes, equipment, and safety
Perform other duties as requested
Complies with all policies and standards