Team Lead Labs – Analysis Labs - DS Preps​/DS Extractions

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The team lead, under the supervision of the area manager, will provide technical and operations support for the laboratory area as well as performing testing, peer review, and reporting as appropriate. They will train staff and help organize laboratory activities to help the lab meet performance goals in quality, timeliness, and volume.

Fixed Day Shift which includes one weekend day shift

• Perform testing, peer review, and reporting for all test methods for laboratory area.
• Train workforce on technical processes and SOP’s for the laboratory area.
• Schedule or oversee scheduling as assigned for the laboratory area.
• Recommend process improvement initiatives based on observation and data collection.
• Manage laboratory projects by assigning resources and monitoring timelines and metrics.
• Help team meet safety, quality, timeliness, productivity, and cost control objectives.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in proper operating condition and ensure that the necessary documentation is organized and accessible.
• Ensure appropriate technical support for laboratory area.
• Perform other duties as requested.

• 1-2 years of college or technical training or equivalent required.(High School Diploma/GED required)
• 2 to 5 years of laboratory experience plus demonstrated technical and training skills.
• Knowledge of standard lab procedures and instrumentation.
• Able to work well in a production team environment with strong organizational skills.
• Consistent attention to detail and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work a fixed Day Shift which includes one weekend day shift

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA in a related science field or an equivalent combination of experience and coursework
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Detailed equipment knowledge for work in area.
• Specific method knowledge.
• Computer skills with laboratory LIMS and instrumentation software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to handle both desk and laboratory work environments.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Moderate to heavy physical effort periodically required

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.

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• Job Identification 3537
• Job Category Testing and Analytics
• Job Schedule Full time