Group Leader- Raw Materials

Description

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Compensation

The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the technical section assigned, typically consisting of approximately four to ten technical staff members. Plans, coordinates, and directs operations of the assigned technical section to meet client timelines, ensure data quality, and deliver analytical reports and protocols on time. Ensures individuals operate within the quality system and drives individual productivity.

Essential Functions

• Supervises staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, compensation recommendations, and performance management.
• Safeguards employees have the training, tools, information, and materials needed to safely and effectively perform their responsibilities.
• Oversees broad operational areas including testing, scheduling, inventory, services, communication, and coordination of lab and field activities; provides technical and quality support to staff and clients.
• Assigns training, laboratory, and facility duties and monitors completion to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Documents client requirements clearly using appropriate formats (e.g., deviations, project logs, project requirements).
• Serves as primary liaison between Pace and the client; provides status updates and coordinates responses to feedback.
• Serves as the point of contact for equipment and facility maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assists with writing, reviewing, and approving SOPs, calibration procedures, validation protocols, maintenance procedures, and related documentation.
• Reviews operational data and trends, develops insights, and presents recommendations to management.
• Supports development of departmental or cross-functional projects, including budgets, timelines, materials, and staffing.
• Ensures compliance with Pace and regulatory requirements; partners with Quality Assurance to enforce quality procedures.
• Promotes a positive and collaborative work environment through professional and respectful interactions.

  Qualifications

  • Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field; AND five (5) years of laboratory, field, or testing experience, including experience with complex operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Two (2) years of team leadership experience strongly preferred.

  Required Knowledge

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills
  • Advanced principles, practices, and techniques in laboratory or testing environments
  • Broad understanding of operational oversight, policies, and procedures
  • Problem-solving methods for complex technical issues
  • Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency with computer applications and systems
  • Team collaboration principles
  • Effective communication methods for staff and clients
  • Business English, grammar, and punctuation

  Required Skills

  • Supervising, evaluating employees, and making recommendations
  • Training staff on policies and procedures
  • Performing advanced technical and professional lab/testing duties
  • Managing and overseeing diverse operational functions
  • Participating in and leading projects
  • Working both independently and collaboratively
  • Interpreting and applying laws and regulations
  • Preparing complex reports and correspondence
  • Exercising independent judgment within guidelines
  • Demonstrating tact and professionalism in interactions
  • Delivering presentations to varied audiences
  • Contributing to team goals and objectives
  • Building and maintaining effective working relationships