R&D Lab Supervisor

Avery Dennison • Mentor, OH

11h • $72,000 - $96,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the daily operation of the R&D Applications Lab, including resourcing and scheduling of testing, communicating with test submitters, and developing and maintaining a State-of-the-Art test lab as part of the Materials Group North America - Mentor Innovation Center.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years experience with testing, measurement equipment and SOP development/training
• Strong scientific and engineering knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and LIMS systems (i.e., PFS)
• Ability to work directly with customers to develop application specific testing
• New Test Method development experience
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Comfort with data analysis
• Growth mindset

Responsibilities

• Distribute testing for maximum lab efficiency ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
• Maintain lab compliance according to ISO/UL/CSA or other agency requirements for testing and documentation
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated
• Support local and external test submitters when needed by providing testing recommendations
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Process Changes
• Create and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain a safe and well-organized workplace, ensuring that direct reports follow all best practices and safety initiatives, including 5S
• Train others on specific tests and laboratory best practices
• Assists in the specification, selection and purchase of test instrumentation and related equipment
• Ensure the accuracy, clarity and completeness of all R&D test data & records
• PFS super user providing feedback, support, and training
• Manage direct reports by scheduling work, addressing resourcing constraints/levels, interviewing new prospects, defining initial & cross-training, leading talent development, performance coaching & mentoring, GPS set-up and review, payroll, and paid-time-off oversight
• Conducts testing (<25% of time)
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Laboratory and your assigned Product Line Team (PLT)

Benefits

• Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees