Waste Characterization Lab Supervisor- Onsite

FUNCTION 1:

General Accountabilities:

The Waste Characterization Lab Supervisor will be responsible for the supervision of the Characterization Lab, with responsibilities including oversight and review of all sample analysis, customer reporting, development/optimization of new methods and assisting in the maintenance of labs and instrumentation. The duties include but are not limited to, the following:

Responsibility 1 a:

Providing oversight to all operational activities of the lab including authorization of work activities to proceed; assigning qualified staff to execute lab activities; identifying priority operations based on customer requests and project timelines; managing the receipt and movement of samples into and throughout the lab; ensuring that all processes are performed according to the methods detailed in the Standard Operating Procedures and according to Laboratory protocols; ensuring the technical accuracy and integrity of results generated through lab operations; maintaining appropriate QA records and documentation; participating in audits and laboratory reviews; and troubleshooting and ensuring instruments and equipment are calibrated and maintained in good working condition.

Responsibility 1 b:

Supervising a team of Technicians and Chemists including participating in the selection of highly motivated and qualified staff; ensuring staff are appropriately trained on laboratory protocols and instruments; reviewing and approving timecards; monitoring performance; providing periodic performance evaluation; and assigning work to employees.

Responsibility 1 c:

Developing a strong safety culture by ensuring procedures are in place to govern all laboratory operations and keeping these up to date with assistance from technical staff; ensuring all engineered safety systems are performing as designed, functional and available; ensuring necessary PPE&C is available to employees working in the labs; conducting Plan of Day meetings, Pre-Job Briefs, and Safety meetings with employees on a regular basis; ensuring an Integrated Work Control Process is implemented for all work activities which includes engaging appropriate Subject Matter experts (eg. OSH, Industrial Hygiene, etc); taking immediate action to correct any identified safety hazards, maintaining a strong focus on good housekeeping practices within the laboratory; acting as the Officer in Charge during emergency response; and reporting all incidents to line management.

Responsibility 1 d:

Acting as the designated person responsible for the safety and security of all radioactive materials and sources within the lab and consulting with a Health Physicist on any new or non-routine work activities.

Responsibility 1 e:

Providing input into annual planning and budgeting as it relates to equipment maintenance, lab upgrades, and resource management and adhering to the annual budget; participating in the evaluation and proposal of needs for equipment and instruments; reviewing purchase requisitions for new lab materials; managing the procurement of consumables and supplies for lab operations.

Responsibility 1 f:

Acting as a Technical resource in the troubleshooting of equipment and instruments; maintaining awareness of new initiatives/technology to improve analytical services; continuously seeking ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of processes with a focus on meeting customer needs.

Responsibility 1 g:

Assisting in the development and implementation of a new laboratory facility including authoring laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures; developing field schedules for the installation, calibration, testing, and verification of laboratory instruments and equipment; leading the execution of the testing and validation and ensuring results are documented; assisting in the development and implementation of a Quality Assurance Program; ensuring QA/QC requirements are maintained in the lab; and participating in the process for obtaining Lab Accreditations.

Responsibility 1 h:

Act as a Subject Matter Expert to support projects related to the construction or renovation of Waste Characterization Laboratory facilities.

Education:

Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a university of recognized standing in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or another field relevant to the position or relevant experience greater than 5 years.

Experience:

• Must have experience managing an ISO/IEC-17025 certified laboratory (experience in the development and implementation of a QA program in the early stages of laboratory evolution is considered an asset);
• Must have experience working with various instruments including (but not limited to): Liquid Scintillation Counter, Gas Flow Proportional Counters, Gamma Spectrometers, ICP-MS, Alpha Analysts, etc.
• Practical experience in the development of analytical methods is required
• Experience handling radiological samples is considered an asset
• Experience working in an organization that has implemented ISO/IEC 17025 requirements for sampling is considered an asset

Abilities and Skills:

• Strong organizational skills to effectively manage laboratory activities with demonstrated attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills to work as part of a team, as well as the ability to work independently to accomplish tasks with excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Demonstrated ability to write technical reports.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate the basis for recommendations and decisions to support analytical results provided.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise technical staff, experience in a supervisory role is preferred.
• Uses laboratory equipment appropriately and schedules activities to maximize the use of equipment as much as practicable.
• Attention to detail and patience are a requirement to ensure precision, accuracy, and repeatability of results.

Job/Industry Specific Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of statistical analyses of data and propagated uncertainties
• Excellent knowledge of organic and inorganic analytical chemistry analysis techniques including sample handling, preparation, wet chemistry separation techniques, instrumentation, and data calculations.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of various radiological analyses, methods, instrumentation and associated data calculations.
• Knowledge of chemical and laboratory safety protocols with a strong safety-centered approach to delivery.
A working knowledge of common software programs and instrumental electronics is desirable.

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