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Laboratory Supervisor Geochemistry

1 month ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada SGS Full time
Job Summary

SGS is seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Supervisor Geochemistry to join our team. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will be responsible for supervising staff to carry out laboratory analysis according to established methods and meeting Quality Control (QC) standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise laboratory staff to ensure compliance with established methods and QC standards.
  • Monitor and maintain laboratory QC standards, ensuring the quality of all data released by the department.
  • Evaluate and approve data, troubleshoot test methods and instruments, and prepare method Standard Operating Procedures, validation protocols, and reporting.
  • Solve day-to-day production and process problems within the department, working in partnership with other supervisors to ensure quality and customer satisfaction standards are met.
  • Train and motivate staff, set goals, review performance, and assess training needs, at least once a year.
  • Plan and initiate procedures and systems necessary to ensure the maintenance and improvement of the company quality program.
  • Develop new laboratory methods in response to client/market needs, accountable for maintaining production and quality targets, and ensuring optimal staff levels to achieve production, quality, and financial targets.
  • Directly responsible for their area housekeeping and cleanliness on a daily basis, accountable for routine and non-routine equipment maintenance, and ensuring all safety equipment is in place on a daily basis.
Requirements
  • BSc. or Diploma in a Science-related program or equivalent experience or training.
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant laboratory work experience required.
  • Previous experience using a variety of Geochemistry instrumentation, specifically AA, ICP, or ICP-MS.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience in supervising small technical teams, ideally including the supervising of people in a minerals-related laboratory.
  • Previous experience using laboratory instruments and the ability to operate and trouble-shoot them.
  • Knowledge of good laboratory practices and good management practices.
  • Must be able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
  • Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar and composition.
  • Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
  • Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Good hand/eye coordination when handling samples & lab equipment.
  • Must use good judgment to identify and resolve problems on the job, referring problems to their Manager for resolution when necessary.
  • Advanced level of creativity required in solving routine problems.
  • Able to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and balancing conflicting demands of high volume versus the quality of results.
  • Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
  • Ability to work well with others & independently.
  • Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
  • Works well under pressure.
  • Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
  • Travel to other SGS locations may be required from time to time.
  • Ensures full compliance with the company's Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.