Laboratory Supervisor - Mineralogy

Job Description

This position will supervise Technicians/Technologists within the Mineralogy department. This role will coordinate resources around metallurgical activities, to ensure client and project manager expectations are met with respect to schedule and quality.

• Supervise staff to carry out laboratory testing and analysis according to established methods and ensuring Quality Control (QC) standards are met.
• Work closely with Technologists and Project Managers to develop new laboratory methods in response to client/market needs.
• Schedule workflow through the department so that client deadlines are met in a timely fashion.  Monitor throughput and performance to ensure project budgets are controlled.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory QC standards. Responsible for the quality of data released by Technicians/Technologists.
• Solve day to day production and process problems within the department.
• Date entry and analysis of technical testing
• Work in partnership with other Supervisors, Project Managers, and Technologists to solve client problems to ensure customer satisfaction standards are met.
• Train & motivate staff, set goals, review performance, and assess training needs, at least annually.
• Plan and initiate procedures and systems to ensure continuous improvement of equipment and processes.
• Work closely with other Supervisors, Group Leaders, and /or Group Managers to design, coordinate, and execute training programs that are consistent with management objectives and personnel development.
• Develop and maintains good relationships with clients including identifying and addressing in a timely fashion their needs.
• Ensure the health and safety of all individuals under their supervision, including the provision of equipment and knowledge to ensure safe work processes.
• Responsible for area housekeeping and for ensuring all safety equipment is in place, on a daily basis.
• Accountable for the maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment in their area of supervision.

Qualifications

• A post-secondary education (three-year diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering Technology, Environmental science) is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in a laboratory setting is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of previous supervisory experience, ideally in a minerals/metallurgy related field.
• Strong leadership skills, and experience in the supervision of technical teams.
• Good knowledge and demonstrated application of best practices in laboratory and personnel management.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Incumbents must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure during high (peak) workloads and to balance conflicting demands of high volume versus quality of results.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be required from time to time. Must have a valid passport for possible out of country travel.

Additional Information

Compensation: $70,000 to $80,000 per year / 40 hours per week.  

Some benefit highlights:

• 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision 
• Enhanced Paid time off benefits
• RRSP Program Eligibility 

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.