Branch Manager - Yellowknife, Canada - ALS Global
Description
Location:
ALS Geochemistry, Yellowknife
Reports to:
Director, Western Canada Operations
About the Position:
This position is responsible for the overall management of the branch and personnel for the ALS Geochemistry sample preparation facility in Yellowknife.
- Responsible for managing all aspects of the sample preparation facility including production, workflow coordination, troubleshooting and sample logistics;
- Ensure productivity requirements are achieved in a safe and sustainable manner;
- Meet or exceed all financial targets; including ROS, EBIT, Net Revenue and TEC;
- Effectively manage human resources on site including recruiting, performance management, employee relations, attendance promotion and staff scheduling;
- Promote a safety culture by communicating and upholding ALS Group health, safety & environment policies and programs;
- Responsible for ensuring sample preparation quality and supporting all quality program mandates including routine checks, resolving quality issues in a timely manner; participating in audits and maintaining all required quality documentation;
- Personally exemplify the ALS core values and fosters a workplace culture that reflects these values;
- Actively encourage and support employee engagement through corporately developed or local initiatives and solicits employee input on making ALS a great place to work;
- Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
- Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Proven ability to improve efficiencies and meet production schedules;
- Ability to lead and motivate a team;
- Understanding of Health & Safety Standards;
- Excellent command of the English language, strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Strong customer service focus, interpersonal and organizational abilities;
- Demonstrated judgment, creativity, integrity and ability to problem solve;
- Excellent computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Visio;
- Ability to effectively handle escalations and time critical issues.
- Minimum of 3 years management or supervisory experience in a production, manufacturing, industrial or laboratory environment;
- Post-Secondary Education (Diploma or Degree in Geological or Chemical Sciences preferred);
- Previous experience in the Mining industry, Minerals analysis, geology industries preferred.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 20 pounds;
- Ability to stand for up to a full shift;
- Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities;
- Ability to work in dusty environment;
- Ability to travel on occasion for training and other businessrelated activities;
- Please note that ALS operates 24/7 and will require day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work including weekends.
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