Lab Manager

Company Description

Job Description

Summary

• Manages and directs the activities of the laboratory staff.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

• Organizes and directs the laboratory personnel in sampling and testing programs; directs the efficient operation of the laboratory; and is responsible for the legal defensibility of work performed in the laboratory.
• Delegates duties and responsibilities to the laboratory staff; and establishes department priorities and resolves conflict.
• Coordinates process control with the Operations Supervisor.
• Establishes standards for sample collection and analyses to determine compliance; performs chemical and biological tested as needed; and draws conclusion from laboratory analyses and, as needed, makes appropriate recommendations.
• Directs the preparation of required regulatory agency reports and special projects; and presents reports on laboratory analytical findings.
• Prepares an annual budget for laboratory services; oversees inventory control program; and conducts training classes on subject including laboratory procedures, math, statistics, quality assurance, and sampling to plant personnel.
• Coordinates special projects requested by project management; and selects and organizes outside laboratory services as required.
• Manages laboratory safety and QA programs; and industrial pretreatment program.
• Aggressively supervises USFOS plant to assure work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintains computer database of laboratory data.
• Promotes morale, and provides staff with atmosphere of open communication, innovation, and job growth.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background

• A four-year degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry or related field. Proficiency at college level mathematics.
• Five years of experience in a working laboratory performing chemical and biological analyses, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as a RI Class II wastewater operator within one year of appointment to Laboratory Supervisor.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• In depth knowledge of the principles and practices of waste water chemistry. Familiarity with waste water test equipment and its maintenance.
• Experience in applying technical information to wastewater treatment; a thorough knowledge of laboratory procedures, techniques, and instrumentation; and a good working knowledge of chemistry, biology, statistics, and quality control.
• The ability to supervise the work of subordinates, discipline and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, and outside officials.
• Ability to understand and express complex written and verbal instructions clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work in various positions which require standing (70%), walking (10%), sitting (10%), and bending (10%).
• Must be able to lift and carry 60 pounds while walking distances of 10 feet.
• Normally works in an air-conditioned laboratory but will need to work anywhere in the plant at times.
• Requires using chemicals and cleaning solvents to maintain and repair equipment.
• A working knowledge of the standard practices, common tools, materials, occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Requires good reading skills; and excellent training, math, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Requires the ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Requires ability to plan, organize, train, and functionally supervise subordinates.
• Requires proficiency in projecting positive corporate image; the ability to solve complex process problems; and have excellent analytical skills.
• Must possess professional integrity and confidentiality and have the ability to work well and communicate with clients, upper management, and the general public; and to establish effective working relationships with other employees.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Additional Information

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.