R & D Lab Supervisor

Job Description: What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common? Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products! Ellsworth Corporation, a global industry‑leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, currently has an R&D Lab Supervisor opportunity. This role reports into Resin Lab, LLC, an Ellsworth Corporation company located in Germantown, WI, and is a 100% on‑site/in‑office role. Are you passionate about overseeing a state‑of‑the‑art lab and best‑in‑class team? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth and join our team. Responsibilities Maintains the R&D Lab in a clean, organized, and compliant state, ensuring alignment with company standards. Oversees scheduling, manages supplies and chemical inventory, and handles waste identification and disposal. Coordinates preventative maintenance, calibration, and verification of all laboratory equipment. Trains new team members in all aspects of established test methods, instrumentation, equipment, and data integrity, and ensures training records are documented and maintained. Assists the Product Development team with certification related tasks such as preparation and pre‑testing of UL material specimens. Develops and documents new test methods and standard operating procedures, and proactively works to update existing procedures when improvements are made or clarifications add value. Assigns employee tasks and provides work direction and feedback; may participate in performance reviews, new hire interviewing, and disciplinary actions. Perks & Benefits We offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement, and more. Qualifications 3+ years of professional related work experience and 0–1 year in a supervisory role. Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related field is required. Demonstrated ability to use excellent customer service skills to manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Track record of responding promptly to customer needs while soliciting customer feedback to improve service. Excellent technical skills and continuously pursues training and development opportunities. Observes safety and security procedures to identify and report on potentially unsafe conditions. Excellent track record of using equipment and materials properly and making improvement suggestions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellsworth Corporation