Laboratory Team Lead

About the role

Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes. Independently conducts sample analysis of different complexity, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Serves as a technical resource for Chemists. Leads the team in analytical techniques and analysis of data. Has limited responsibility for employees (trains new staff). Hand-on leader 50% or more works as Chemist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances for consumer product testing purposes
• Independently conduct sample analysis of different complexity, preparation, extraction, and digestion with and without the use of instrumentation following official methods and laboratory SOPs
• Serve as a technical resource for Chemists
• Lead the team in analytical techniques and analysis of data
• Train all Laboratory personnel
• Monitor performance of lab staff and employ coaching and discipline as needed
• Supervise and provide guidance to receiving specialists to aid in sample login and transport of clients' samples
• Provide assistance to clients in explaining Laboratory analysis, and technical solutions where appropriate
• Assume responsibility of authenticity Laboratory Certificates of Analysis
• Receive orders from clients on submitted samples, follow up on job progress and reports status to clients
• Make recommendations to Regional Laboratory manager on upgrading the Laboratory
• Take an active role in local marketing efforts
• Maintain a thorough understanding of sampling techniques and sample sources
• Provide 'best in class' service to clients by promptly communicating issues or delays
• Assure compliance with Laboratory Q.A. Manual and Safety Manual
• Understand and keep current with lab quality practices and SOPs
• Perform testing and analysis, as well as other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Must have LNG experience
• 7+ years of experience in a regulated commercial lab environment
• 2+ years of protocol and report writing experience
• Advanced knowledge of routine & non-routine testing methods

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or similar disciplines
• 3+ years of experience in the laboratory