Job Description
Job Description
Salary : DOE
Laboratory Director
Job Description
The Laboratory Director at Metis QA Lab is responsible for performing the supervisory responsibilities according to OMMA rules and regulations, as well as overseeing the laboratorys quality assurance. The Laboratory Director reports to the Head of Laboratory Operations for our parent company as well as Ownership.
Shift and Hours
- Monday thru Friday
- Attend Set weekly staff and OMMA / State meetings
- Schedules, including days of week, are subject to change weekly
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Acts as laboratory director regarding laboratory quality controls and employee efficienciesReview the daily and monthly controls and corrective actionOversee proficiency testing programs and calibration verification in conjunction with the Lab Quality Control Manager and OMMA requirementsMonitor all quality assurance and controls policies in the laboratoryComplete competency interviews and assessments with personnel at required intervalsCommunicates with clients and customers regarding lab test and results.Must have working knowledge of all phases of processing samples from accessioning to reporting of the results and proper handling of the test results.Must have general knowledge of laboratory equipment and its utilizationCollects and forwards all appropriate customer feedback to all parties concerned
Be able and available to present lab processes and work to any customer, OMMA or in conference settingReview new product testing lines with ownershipMaintain A2LA / ISO AccreditationsEquipment Used
ConfidentLimsTSheets Time TrackingLaboratory instruments currently in use and new equipment as requiredComputer, ancillary equipment required to perform jobSkills
Ability to work independently without supervision, meet deadlines and be flexibleAbility to motivate team to efficiently and effectively complete daily work loadAccurately identifies the needs of the lab work required by OMMA and communicate with teamDemonstrates mentoring and training capabilitiesExhibits confidence in own ability and create positive work placeRequirements
A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or engineering and with at least 5-years supervisory experience in a high complex laboratory with current state license if necessary.Must have at least 24 hours of college semester credit hours in chemistry and at least 2 years experience in the environmental analysis of ofrepresentative inorganic and organic analytes for which the laboratory will be performing
Must be able to legally work in the United StatesMust know, understand and follow all OMMA rules and regulationsAbility to work agreed upon scheduleMust be punctual and dependable for assigned work loadMUST BE A TEAM PLAYERPhysical Demands
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of timeAbility to bend at waist, squatAbility to work with hands, see and hearAbility to lift and / or carry up to 50 lbsConditions of Employment
Contingent upon a favorable pre-employment drug screenContingent upon a favorable pre-employment background & driving record (if driving on behalf of the of the company or in a company vehicle) checkContingent on state licensing and approval by OMMA.Work Environment
The Laboratory Director will work in a laboratory that is a well-lit, ventilated and air-conditioned facility. The position will report to the Head of Laboratory Operations and Ownership. This position may require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling or use of tactile information. Motor coordination, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, hand-eye-foot coordination is required. Lifting objects up to 50 lbs may be required. There is a low potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.