Lead, Specialty Testing

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose 

This position is responsible for the overall performance in their respective cell. This includes running specific laboratory equipment and testing samples daily that requires a
specialized knowledge of processes. Responsibilities also include minor lab equipment maintenance and repair, supervision of lab employees in their assigned cell, movement of employees to facilitate proper workflow, managing cell tray flow, promoting a lean environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives.  

Essential Functions 

• Help facilitate a “team environment”, implement and maintain 5S practices in cell  
• Assists with the implementation of Lean Production goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the laboratory  
• Assist in the review of process improvements suggestion made by lab staff 
• Assigns and approves cell overtime as needed  
• Assists supervisor in writing and delivering scorecards 
• Assists supervisor in tracking each employee’s production 
• Approves EOS 5S Checklist at each station in Cell 
• Assists in approval of QC Sheets at EOS 
• Manages team’s production goals 
• Train new and existing lab personnel 
• Assist technicians in Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment.  
• Direct and plan lab employee workflow 
• Direct and manage tray flow  
• Monitor and facilitate daily production 
• Perform daily routine lab analysis 
• Assist technicians in troubleshooting and basic maintenance on laboratory equipment  
• Update daily production visual boards in cell 
• Direct and manage tray flow  
• Other duties as assigned by management 
• Qualifications and Requirements 
• Wear personal protective equipment as required 
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines 
• Self-starter/Ability to work independently 
• Ability to act in a leadership role in a team environment 
• Ability to multi-task 
• Computer literate 
• Basic mathematics skills 
• Lift or move up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis 
• Detail oriented 
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions 
• Work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to petroleum products, fumes, odors, mists and dusts 
• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Previous laboratory experience or ability to effectively run a minimum of four routine tests.  
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff or 1-year supervisory experience 

Additional Skills 

• HAZMAT Training 
• OSHA Training 
• RCRA training 
• Methylene Chloride training 
• Contingency Plan training 
• General lab safety training 
• POLARIS Quality System Training 

Safety Requirements   

OSHA laws require the use of the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. At POLARIS Laboratories, when going through the Laboratory it is required that you wear eye protection. 

Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE. POLARIS Laboratories provides the required PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager. 

To ensure safety throughout the facility, all employees are required to maintain up to date HAZMAT, OSHA, RCRA, Methylene Chloride, and General Laboratory Safety training as defined within the POLARIS Quality System.  

1st Shift 7:30am - 4:00pm