Spec Lab Supervisor

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics, and many other industries.

About the role

The Spec Lab Supervisor will oversee the Spectrometer Lab located in the Casting Plant. This role is responsible for 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 to 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 these 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 process.
• Analyze laboratory data to drive improvements, developing additional proficiency in statistics and measurement systems analysis (MSA, GR&R).
• Support further development of internal and customer SPC requirements as required by each laboratory.
• Develop and support systems that drive efficient, consistent disposition of non-conforming product, focusing 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, work instructions, and SOJTs.
• Provide effective employee and labor relations practices compliant with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Execute and engage the team in Wieland core values.

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 is preferred.
• Certification in metrology is desired.
• Familiarity 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, and life insurance starting on day 1.
• Retirement savings with 401(k) contribution and company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays for work/life balance.
• Wellness programs with eligibility for healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.

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.