Lab Chemist Lead -1st Shift- RVI Hanceville

Management Level: 80

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for performing and leading a variety of analytical chemistry, environmental monitoring, and wastewater compliance testing procedures in support of regulatory, operational, and environmental requirements. Precision and accuracy in the execution of testing procedures, data collection, and reporting are essential. Duties include planning daily laboratory workflow; coordinating sample scheduling and turnaround times; implementing special projects; assisting in the development, modification, validation, evaluation, and improvement of analytical methods; reviewing and interpreting test results; supporting statistical analysis and trending of laboratory data; troubleshooting analytical issues; performing basic maintenance and repair of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; and maintaining laboratory quality records and regulatory documentation.

This position supports wastewater compliance programs through the analysis of environmental and process samples using established methods and procedures. Responsibilities may include testing associated with wastewater treatment operations, including but not limited to pH, solids, nutrients, oxygen demand, fats/oils/grease, metals, and other regulatory or operational parameters required to support facility permits and environmental compliance objectives.

This position will be expected to cross-train on applicable departmental methods and procedures and be capable of supporting multiple laboratory functions as business needs require. The position must comply with all laboratory quality systems, safety requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies; assist in training new employees; present scientific or technical information as assigned; and perform designated laboratory leadership responsibilities necessary to support daily operations. Additional requirements include managing sample workflow, monitoring turnaround times, fulfilling customer and internal stakeholder requests, reviewing analytical results, maintaining records required for regulatory compliance, and performing other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, or related physical sciences.

Experience:
Minimum of four years of laboratory experience. Experience in environmental, wastewater, industrial, analytical chemistry, or compliance testing laboratories is preferred.

Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and electronic data management systems.

Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate analytical findings, regulatory information, and technical data to laboratory personnel, operations teams, and management.

Special Skills:

• Ability to perform complex analytical procedures and operate sophisticated laboratory instrumentation with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound technical judgment.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical methods, instrumentation, and routine laboratory issues.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality systems, environmental regulations, and good laboratory practices.
• Ability to review data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established quality requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in applicable testing methods through successful completion of proficiency evaluations and quality assurance requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing laboratory information management systems for sample login, tracking, result reporting, record retention, and data retrieval.
• Understanding of wastewater treatment processes, environmental monitoring programs, and regulatory compliance requirements is preferred.

Training Programs:
The training requirements for this job classification have been assessed by laboratory management and are maintained within the applicable laboratory training management system.

Supervisory:
This position provides technical leadership, training, and coordination support within the laboratory but does not have direct supervisory responsibility unless otherwise assigned.

Please attach a resume.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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