Job Title: Lab Supervisor

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lab Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the formulation of chemical products for customers, developing testing processes, and managing the overall workload of the lab. You will work closely with customers to scope out projects, collaborate with vendors and suppliers for materials and pricing, and supervise a team of chemists.

Responsibilities

• Formulate chemical products for customers daily.
• Develop formulation testing, application testing, and overall processes to create formulas for customers.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their product/application needs.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to procure materials for formulation projects and manage pricing.
• Manage daily and weekly workloads and projects, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness.
• Supervise and train two chemists, providing coaching and technical leadership for coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers.
• Interact with customers, vendors, and suppliers to qualify projects and obtain necessary materials.

Essential Skills

• Experience with formulation of coatings, adhesives, polymers, epoxies, urethanes, water-based or solvent-based products.
• Ability to qualify projects with customers and handle formulation/reformulation from start to finish.
• Supervisory and management experience, including training and coaching a team.
• Strong interaction skills with customers, vendors, and suppliers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in chemistry and product development.
• Innovative mindset with a diverse approach to working with different materials.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel to meet with customers, vendors, and suppliers.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., totaling 40 to 45 hours per week depending on workload. The role involves working in the lab about one-third of the time, interacting with customers/vendors/suppliers another third, and managing/working with the chemists and handling administrative or basic lab functions for the remaining third. Some travel is required, typically once per month or less. The company offers a close-knit, family-like team environment with a focus on innovation and a strong benefits program.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $67.31/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oak Creek,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $48 - $67