Laboratory Supervisor I

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and train laboratory and field construction materials testing technician staff.
• Direct crews in the field and provide accurate logging of samples and tests, and documentation of other pertinent data.
• Assist with site coordination of testing services on the construction site.
• Conduct and supervise plant inspections and laboratory testing, as required.
• Display samples for viewing, organize samples, check and verify all calculations, evaluate test data, perform statistical analysis on data sets, and prepare run charts.
• Report data under the Direct Report’s supervision in accordance with established procedures.
• Cover individual assignments for laboratory and field technicians.
• Assist with preparation and processing of reports as well as other administrative duties.
• Perform Operational Walk Through and Competency Testing.
• Check time records of technicians daily for accuracy and approve.
• Perform or oversee routine maintenance of laboratory inspection equipment as well as the calibration and proper documentation of all applicable equipment.
• Recommend equipment for procurement.
• Conduct performance reviews of assigned technicians.
• Provide training and instructional guidance to field and laboratory technicians.
• Review project plans and specifications to prepare testing scope.
• Support management to settle disputes or defend against litigation.
• Safe utilization, storage and maintenance of all documents and tools.
• Safe usage and maintenance of company vehicle and laboratory/testing equipment including use within company policy.
• Carry out assigned duties in accordance with established procedures meeting directed priorities and deadlines.
• Maintain professional practice updates, including Quality Standards and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) protocols.
• Record number of billable tests, preparation of Alpha Sheets, where required, and tracking of direct expenses.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or High School Equivalency certificate required.
• Minimum of 8 years’ or related experience with designated area of laboratory testing.
• Minimum of 7-11 months' of related management experience.
• Completion of Troxler Manufacturing or equal radiation safety course to utilize nuclear gauges, ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1, and ACI Concrete Strength Testing, and ACI Aggregate Testing are all preferred.
• Possess a valid driver’s license within the applicable jurisdiction and meet company’s auto insurability requirements.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Good oral and written communications skills, ability to read and understand procedures, specifications, instruction, labels, reports, etc. is key.