The Laboratory Supervisor oversees daily laboratory operations involving the analysis of bulk asbestos-containing materials by polarized light microscopy (PLM), mold spore identification and additional supportive tests related to industrial hygiene and indoor air quality.  This position requires focus on laboratory best practices, company SOPs, quality assurance considerations; along with accurate and timely reporting of analytical results.  The supervisor, while actively involved in production, also supports analyst training, scheduling and maintains critical documentation for the laboratory.  Collaboration with team members including management, staff, sales personnel and customer service representatives is essential to the position and mutually supported by individuals in these roles. A safe, efficient and scientifically sound laboratory environment must be promoted by the lab supervisor in order to meet expectations of customers, the company and regulating agencies. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee daily analytical operations ensuring timely and accurate reporting of sample results.Conduct analysis of asbestos and mold samples.Supervise, train, schedule and evaluate laboratory staff to maintain high technical competency, efficiency and productivity.Coordinate workload from initial sample receipt to final reporting.Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards promulgated by EPA, AIHA, NVLAP, EPA and OSHA as applicable to services offered by the location.Implement QA/QC practices mandated by the quality assurance program including performance with documentation of calibrations, verifications, equipment maintenance and root cause/corrective action investigation when necessary.Troubleshoot analytical, methodological and instrumentation issues to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations while maintaining documentationSupport laboratory staff in each aspect of operations.  This includes training, scheduling and sharing priorities with the teamManage inventory, procurement and maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.Collaborate with management to reach established goals, improve processes and promote business growth. Share and enforce laboratory safety protocols for a safe work environment.Perform other supervisory, technical and administrative duties as assigned.
