Branch Manager

About the role

This position is responsible for the overall management of the ALS Minerals sample preparation facility in Tucson, AZ and its personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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 Net Revenue, EBIT, and ROS.
• 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, and environment policies and programs.
• Ensure sample preparation quality and support all quality program mandates, including routine checks, resolving quality issues, participating in audits, and maintaining required quality documentation.
• Exemplify ALS core values and foster a workplace culture that reflects these values.
• Encourage and support employee engagement through corporately developed or local initiatives and solicit employee input on making ALS a great place to work.
• Use correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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, or geology industries preferred.

Skills

• 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 problem-solving skills.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to effectively handle escalations and time-critical issues.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time throughout the shift.

Schedule

ALS Geochemistry operates 24/7 and requires day, afternoon, and graveyard shift work for some employees. Oversight of these shifts is required.