Laboratory Supervisor Microbiology - London, Canada - SGS

Description

Job Description

• Supervise staff to carry out laboratory analysis according to established methods and meeting Quality Control (QC) standards.
• Schedule workflow through the department so that client deadlines are met in a timely fashion; monitor throughput and performance.
• Monitor and maintain lab QC standards.

Responsible for the quality of all data released by the department.

• Work in partnership with lab personnel to solve client problems to ensure quality and customer satisfaction standards are met.
• Train & motivate staff, set goals, review performance and assess training needs.

● May develop new laboratory methods in response to client/market needs with the guidance of the technical team

• Responsible for maintaining a sufficient stock of laboratory supplies for their department.
• Responsible for monitoring and checking for the completion of all daily H&S checks, emergency protocol and any incident/accident reports.
• Communicate to Branch Manager staffing requirements to maintain production.
• Responsible for co-ordinating training programs that are consistent with management objectives, includes quality management system, continuous technical improvement and HR training programs.
• Responsible for documenting and following up on employee performance issues including performance improvement plans.
• Ensuring each person within their responsibility has undergone an orientation (new hire, transfer etc).
• Communicates to appropriate individuals when an interruption in workflow occurs.
• Ensuring that each person has sufficient information, resources and materials to do their job safely.
• Directly responsible for their area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis.
• Accountable for routine and non routine equipment maintenance.
• Directly responsible for ensuring all safety equipment is in place on a daily basis.
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

● A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a science
related field (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Science
etc.) is required for the position. A university degree is preferred,
however a college diploma from a program that is a minimum of
3 years in length in a science related field is acceptable.
● A minimum of 8 years' experience in an environmental analysis
related field .

• 1 – 3 years of previous leadership experience is required.

● Strong leadership skills and experience in the supervising
of small technical teams, ideally including the supervising
of people in an environmental related laboratory.
● Previous experience using laboratory instruments and
the ability to operate and trouble-shoot them.
● Knowledge of good laboratory practices and good
management practices.
● Must be able to read, understand and follow work
instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
● Candidates must be proficient in using various type of
computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
etc.).
● Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple
projects in a fast-paced, highly professional
environment.

• Ability to work well with others & independently.

● Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and
written communication skills including grammar and
composition.

• Works well under pressure.

● Extended hours and shift work may be required from
time to time.
● Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be
required from time to time.
● Ensures full compliance with the company's Health &
Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct
policies.