Lab Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage workflow of day-to-day lab activities.
• Align resources according to project deadlines.
• Communicate status of projects, resource conflicts, and schedule risks.
• Identify and resolve resource conflicts that pose risk to project schedules.
• Track metrics related to performance according to schedule and technical requirements.
• Create and execute training plans with lab personnel as needed.
• Evaluate and improve performance of the lab and its personnel.
• Perform testing of commercial and residential products.
• Prepare and submit test reports and maintain documentation of the assigned tasks.
• Qualify testing for governing industry standards and third-party agency listings (UL, DASMA, etc).
• Maintain test equipment operability, functionality, and housekeeping of work areas.
• Fabricate and install mounting fixtures required for test execution.
• Practice and enforce safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of associate’s degree from an accredited university, electronics and mechanical experience, trade school graduate or equivalent military experience.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment in a product testing, verification, or calibration role.
• Expert knowledge in specification and setup of various test equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience working with automated test systems.
• Software programming experience a plus.
• Proven self-starter with analytical and problem-solving ability with willingness to learn new skills and train team members where needed.
• Strong focus on working in a team environment or as individual with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and organizational ability.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet applications (Webex, Zoom).

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
• Must use appropriate PPE (shoes, eye protection) daily.