Purpose

This position oversees the operations of their applicable laboratory and is responsible for developing their team. This includes directing and monitoring the operations of production, quality and safety activities to ensure compliance with POLARIS policy.

Essential Functions

Manages laboratory staff while facilitating a "team environment"
Monitors and facilitates laboratory production workflow, hours and overtime.
Performs daily routine lab analysis as needed.
Lead, train, mentor and develop team
Monitor daily operations of department and strive for maximum efficiency
Develop and monitor continual process improvements
Facilitate communication between departments
Responsible and authorized for Maintenance and Calibration of laboratory
Ensure consistency of all methods and processes at all POLARIS facilities
Assist in developing annual department budget
Manage department budget
Complete expense reports in a timely fashion
Conduct employee reviews and disciplinary actions as necessary
Foster a “team” environment
Lead presentations and meetings in a professional manner
Serve as deputy of the Quality System
Assist in the review of test methods and their validation
Ensure a safe and pleasant work environment
Performs duties of Safety Manger for their Laboratory and is responsible for safety training and safety regulation compliance. Including but not limited to Hazardous materials compliance and reporting
Interview and make recommendations for department employees
Promote awareness of customer requirements throughout the organization
Prepare and issue written correspondence, including progress reports and meeting agendas
Track production of department and communicate to management (When Assistant Lab Manager is not available).
Develop and implement work instructions in accordance with Quality System
Ensure timely follow-up to commitments
Responsible for purchasing and negotiating best prices with vendors (When Assistant Lab Manager is not available).
Handles customer complaints
Additional duties as required by management

Qualifications & Requirements

Wearing of personal protective equipment as required
Work in a laboratory, testing environment with potential exposure to petroleum products, fumes, odors, mists and dusts
Lift or move up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Ability to distinguish colors and odors
Ability to understand testing procedures and results
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
Detail oriented and ability to multi-task
Strong technical aptitude and displayed ability to grasp a general knowledge of multiple disciplines and technologies
Strong analytical capabilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Displayed potential to grasp strategic concepts and strategy development skills
Proficient with computers and standard programs
BS/BA Degree, plus other relevant certifications
Experience or understanding of lubrication fundamentals and metallurgy
5+ years leadership experience

Additional Skills

Hazmat training
OSHA training
RCRA training
Methylene Chloride Training
Contingency Plan Training
POLARIS Quality System Training
Internal Auditor 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.

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

Manager, Laboratory Operations