Lead, Specialty Testing

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Lead, Specialty Testing

Full Time Technical Indianapolis, IN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1675

Purpose

This position is responsible for the overall performance in their respective cell. This includes running specific laboratory equipment and testing samples daily that requires a

specialized knowledge of processes. Responsibilities also include minor lab equipment maintenance and repair, supervision of lab employees in their assigned cell, movement of employees to facilitate proper workflow, managing cell tray flow, promoting a lean environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

Help facilitate a “team environment”, implement and maintain 5S practices in cell

Assists with the implementation of Lean Production goals and strategies for improving the operations and processes within the laboratory

Assist in the review of process improvements suggestion made by lab staff

Assigns and approves cell overtime as needed

Assists supervisor in writing and delivering scorecards

Assists supervisor in tracking each employee’s production

Approves EOS 5S Checklist at each station in Cell

Assists in approval of QC Sheets at EOS

Manages team’s production goals

Train new and existing lab personnel

Assist technicians in Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment.

Direct and plan lab employee workflow

Direct and manage tray flow

Monitor and facilitate daily production

Perform daily routine lab analysis

Assist technicians in troubleshooting and basic maintenance on laboratory equipment

Update daily production visual boards in cell

Direct and manage tray flow

Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications and Requirements

Wear personal protective equipment as required

Ability to work under pressure and deadlines

Self-starter/Ability to work independently

Ability to act in a leadership role in a team environment

Ability to multi-task

Basic mathematics skills

Lift or move up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Detail oriented

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to petroleum products, fumes, odors, mists and dusts

High School Diploma or equivalent

Previous laboratory experience or ability to effectively run a minimum of four routine tests.

Demonstrated ability to manage staff or 1-year supervisory experience

Additional Skills

HAZMAT Training

OSHA Training

RCRA training

General lab safety training

POLARIS Quality System 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.

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