The Supervisor of Drinking Water Laboratory plays a pertinent role in the Laboratory Operations. This role is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of Water laboratory, streamlining effective workflows, and directing Water laboratory staff through successful completion of its’ work. Additionally, the incumbent will participate in laboratory processes functions, leading ongoing reporting requirements, and supporting the maintenance of quality controls efforts. This individual will work, in partnership with Laboratory Manager, Quality Lead, and Senior Laboratory Technician(s), to meet internal quality assurance standards, ensure accreditation and regulation requirements, and assist with government and state reporting.
Essential Functions
- In conjunction with Senior Laboratory Technicians, lead the final report transmission process from the lab to the client
- Ensure proper delivery of all required documents and reports to state agencies as required. Assist with daily laboratory activities including sample analysis, entering, and submitting data from samples, and cleaning of laboratory and work area
- Review records for technical content, data accuracy, appropriate regulatory, protocol, and SOP compliance
- Assist in the coordination of the use of laboratory facilities; assure the availability of appropriate supplies and equipment
- Order, receive and store supplies, materials, and equipment; maintain inventories and assure adequate stock levels
- Supervises staff, assigning work, monitoring activities and evaluating performance
- Establish work schedules and priorities to ensure that the workflow is controlled and meets the needs of the department
- Meet with lab personnel for frequent, informal performance discussions and annual performance appraisals
- Issues daily and monthly reports for all incoming, in-process and finished product analysis results
- Work alongside the Quality Lead to ensure the work procedures mirror SOP, state regulations, turnaround time expectations as set with our clients
- Actively participate in meetings that review quality activities and use the information gained to update quality planning and to suggest corrections to quality problems
- Assist with the training program design of laboratory technicians as required
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of operation, preparation, and maintenance of a laboratory
- Ability to perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to define, analyze, research, and communicate issues
- Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks, and to prioritize tasks, in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel skills
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- This job operates primarily in an office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Water Laboratory, which includes problem solving issues and insuring effective processing
- Recruits, interviews, and selects qualified candidates following established hiring practices and guidelines
- Monitors and verifies the compliance of staff regarding maintaining required licenses and certifications, as applicable
- In conjunction with HR, performs employee relations functions effectively to promote a positive work environment, influence retention and enhance communication
Travel Required
- Local travel on an as needed basis, less than 10%
Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree with course work in science, chemistry, physics or a related field with four years of laboratory experience or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated progression in leadership and/or areas of responsibility (laboratory environment is preferred)
Benefits And Perks
Protect Environmental provides comprehensive benefits to full time employees, including:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays
Company Background
Protect Environmental is a national leader in the environmental consulting and construction industry, focusing on radon and chemical vapor intrusion management. With a proven track record spanning 38 years and more than 200,000 completed projects in all 50 U.S. states and 2 U.S. territories, the company provides expert service from its trusted professionals to provide peace of mind protection to property owners seeking to build and maintain healthy, safe, and sustainable indoor environments.
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EEO Statement
Protect Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Protect Environmental strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of age, ancestry, color, creed, physical or mental disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height or weight, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE! Agencies are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Protect Environmental employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
This position offers competitive compensation. Compensation varies based on skill, experience, and location. This position is also eligible for competitive benefits and travel reimbursement. Pay for this position starts at $ 29 per hr. but is based on experience. This position offers growth potential and pay will increase as your experience further develops!
