Lab Test LEAD (2nd Shift, Mon-Fri, 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM)

SUMMARY

The Test Lab Lead provides leadership to test lab technicians during assigned shift and ensures that the team performs laboratory testing in accordance with company procedures.  This position will be required to train and develop the test lab team to ensure that quality standards are maintained within the test lab.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides leadership to the test lab technicians during assigned shift.
• Plans and supervises the daily activities of the test lab during the assigned shift.
• Ensure technicians are performing tests in accordance with documented procedures and best practices.
• Ensure testing data is collected and recorded as required by company procedures.
• Ensure testing samples are properly prepared and archived in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct the training and development of the Test Lab team.
• Regularly reports status of testing activities to the Quality Supervisor and other Quality team members as required.
• Ensure the test lab is organized and that housekeeping occurs.
• Ensures safety requirements are followed at all times
• Supports execution of lab testing.

This is a partial list of required duties and responsibilities.  The performance of other duties not listed may be become necessary as business conditions dictate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Good technical skills and mechanical aptitude with 3-5 years’ experience in related testing.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have good team and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to take initiative and have manual dexterity.
• Requires minimum supervision and corrections to perform duties.
• Requires understanding of lab testing equipment with the ability to train others on use.

Benefits for all full-time employees include:

Medical (HMO/PPO Plan Options)
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life Insurance (CTC pays 100% of the premium)
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability (CTC pays 100% of the premium)
Flexible Spending Account
401K
15 paid vacation days (more after 5 years)
9 paid holidays
5 paid sick leave days.