Job Description
Job Description
JOB FUNCTION :
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the Chemistry Supervisor will be responsible for organizing and coordinating the overall operation of the chemistry laboratory.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Ensuring safety and quality standards are consistently met within the laboratory safety and quality procedures.
- Coordinating, facilitating and monitoring the daily activities of the chemistry laboratory.
- Work with assigned staff to ensure work schedules are maintained and balanced.
- Promote a culture that inspires operational excellence.
- Communicate with internal staff about delays in expected deliverables.
- Monitors lab supplies and equipment; ensure sufficient stock of all critical items is maintained.
- Co-ordinates requests or recommends resource planning (e.g. need for additional staff or equipment).
- Management of housekeeping schedule and cleanliness in lab.
- Adhere to regulatory guidelines, including GMP and ISO17025.
- Maintaining a safe, organized and efficient analytical laboratory space.
- Adhere to the Laboratory Quality Policy and perform their duties in accordance to existing project specific requirements, current Test Methods, study plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Compliance to Health & Safety policies and procedures and always wear required Personal Protective equipment.
- Other tasks as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS :
BA / BS degree in Chemistry related field, or 3-5 year of relevant work experience1-3 years’ experience in a leadership role with direct reportsStrong relevant quantitative skillsHigh level of computer skills and familiarity with data acquisition softwareStrong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skillsHigh level of computer literacyGood conceptual basis in analytical chemistryProven ability to perform standard chemical laboratory techniquesSoft Skills :
Proven supervisory skillsExcellent leadership, communication, supervisory, organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.Ability to motivate, reward and correct the activities and behavior of members of the team.Able to demonstrate patience / adaptability to changeAbility to work while under pressure and with various distractions.Organization of tasks to meet deadlines.Must be able to work cooperatively in a team environmentKEY POSITION COMPETENCIES TO BE MEASURED :
Analytical capability and performanceTechnical communication skillsTeam playerOrganizational skills.Strong communication skillsManual dexterityAbility to distinguish colorsAbility to stand for prolonged periods