Spec Lab Supervisor

About the role

Wieland is hiring a Spec Lab Supervisor to oversee the Spectrometer Lab located in the Casting Plant. This role involves supervision of hourly laboratory personnel, upkeep of equipment, and driving accurate, precise, and timely measurement and reporting. Additional responsibilities include metrology controls, technology improvements, and supporting production needs. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. This role will be located in Wieland's East Alton, IL facility.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage all laboratory activities – hourly employees, supplies, equipment maintenance, equipment calibration, data integrity, product certification, etc.
• Utilize Lean principles, develop proficiencies in 5S methodologies, identify opportunities to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and implement cost reduction.
• Identify opportunities for the system to drive a self-directed workforce related to laboratory activities.
• Continually improve safety performance in all laboratories through active improvements as well as influencing employee behaviors via proper training, active participation, audits, and communication.
• Understand and support the VPP (Voluntary Protection Programs) process.
• Analyze laboratory data to drive improvements and develop proficiency in statistics and measurement systems analysis (MSA, GR&R).
• Support further development of internal and customer SPC (Statistical Process Control) requirements.
• Develop and support systems that drive efficient, consistent disposition of non-conforming product.
• Focus on streamlined communication and reporting of held metal as well as management of product sort needs when applicable.
• Identify improvements to ISO 9001 quality management systems while supporting prescribed requirements, especially in calibration, prevention, correction, document control, risk analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and improve lab SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and work instructions, as well as SOJTs (Standard Operating Job Trainings).
• Provide effective employee and labor relations practices compliant with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Execute and engage the team in Wieland’s core values: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect.

Requirements

• Technical degree or a minimum of 5 years of manufacturing laboratory experience.
• High level of knowledge of laboratory equipment is required.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy is preferred.
• Knowledge of calibration protocol is required.
• Knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) is preferred.
• Certification in metrology is desired.
• Familiar with manufacturing, safety, and quality concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate (verbal and written) technical information.
• Strong skill set in ISO 9001 is preferred.
• Supervisory experience in a union environment is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to develop a self-directed work team.
• Strong analysis, critical thinking, and assessment abilities.
• Self-motivated, high energy, and data-driven.
• Ability to communicate and work with people at all levels of the business, internal and external.
• Ability to bring the appropriate people and information together to make timely decisions.
• Ability to shape the course of action through influencing others.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and other insurance benefits starting on Day 1.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) contribution + match.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays for work/life balance.
• Growth Opportunities: Over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America.
• Wellness Programs: Eligible for healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions based on participation.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000 annually. May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within the fiscal year cycle.