Laboratory Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Laboratory Supervisor position is responsible for the overall requirements of the Lab Department and will lead the lab team to meet the goals of the department and our customers.  The Laboratory Supervisor will ensure that the scheduled work is executed safely and in a systematic manner so that qualified technicians can perform the assigned tasks. This position will monitor and ensure the completion of work while confirming the quality standards are being met. 

This position will have working knowledge and shall perform and oversee chemical and metallurgical laboratory tests to validate and control various shop processes.  The position will direct and control a variety of monitoring and testing duties in support of multiple departments that repair turbine engine components used primarily in the aerospace industry.

The Laboratory Department performs chemical and metallurgical laboratory tests to validate and control various shop processes.  This position will conduct and oversee a variety of monitoring and testing duties in support of multiple departments that repair turbine engine components used primarily in the aerospace industry. Responsibilities may include wet chemistry testing of process solutions, metallurgical testing, and the evaluation of various metallic specimens.  

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Component Repair Technologies (CRT) is a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985. Our staff of approximately five hundred dedicated team-members, many of whom have been onboard for decades, are the key reason for the success of the company.

CRT specializes in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components with our customers being the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufacturers.  CRT is a global leader in the aerospace and marine turbine engine repair sector with authorizations from the Federal Aviation Administration and other world regulatory bodies.

Our commitment is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.  Take the next career step and bring your openness to learning new skills to CRT and discover the advantages of working with a privately owned family business. 

Visit www.componentrepair.com for more information.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.      Supervisory duties shall include:

 a. Oversee the safety and well-being of the team in accordance with the company standards.

 b. Monitor assigned work while reviewing completed jobs/projects to ensure adherence to work scope and company expectations, including quality expectations and labor factor adherence.

 c. Constantly monitor and adjust job assignments to ensure that the production schedule is met in partnership with the scheduling and planning department. Review productivity via daily analysis of labor factors.

 d. Utilize computer software programs and applications in assigning, verifying, tracking, and monitoring metrics and job assignments.

 e. Motivate, coach, and counsel team members to achieve desired results.

 f. Manage personnel work hours, scheduled time off, shift schedules, and overtime.

 g. Perform functions, such as performance reviews, employee development, accountability of team members, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action within the Lab Department and in conjunction with the Inspection Manager when so required.

 h.    Collaborate with designated trainers and department managers to monitor, guide, and improve upon employee development as well as process improvements.

 i.      Conduct (along with the Inspection Department Manager) regularly scheduled department meetings, including monthly meetings and smaller more frequent group meetings as required.

 j.      Communicate changes that affect employees in a timely manner.

2.      The supervisor shall have knowledge of and the ability to perform or lead the team in the following:

 a.      Analytical testing of chemical tanks includes the collection of samples, performing titrations, maintaining lab records, and performing math calculations.

 b.      Maintain chemical tanks, including cleaning of tanks, preparing of new solutions, and performing chemical additions as may require.

 c.       Perform metallurgical prep, microscopic evaluation and mechanical testing of welds, thermal spray coatings and other metallic structures.

 d.      Prepare and label chemical etchants & reagents for various departments throughout the facility.

 e.      Adherence to the safety and regulatory requirements regarding the use and storage of chemicals.

 f.        Manage and maintain chemical inventory via online database system.

 g.      Properly label chemical waste containers following RCRA regulatory standards.

 h.      Perform engineering tasks associated with repair processes as assigned.

 i.        Communicate with all employees as a member of the organizational team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.      Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/Metallurgy or any other scientific field of study or three to five years equivalent work experience.

2.      Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with laboratory equipment, workplace safety and/or previous experience in the use or testing of caustic/acidic cleaners, metallurgy testing and similar.

3.      Proven experience following directions and reading work instructions with an associated experience in problem solving and decision making.

4.      Familiarity with governmental regulations relating to chemical storage and safety.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

1.      Demonstrate previous experience in the use and application in a work environment of basic math skills, such as decimals and percentages.

2.      Experience in leading teams, projects and personnel or similar type skills.

3.      Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.

4.      Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1.      Regularly work with chemicals, metals, and associated testing equipment.

2.      Work in a laboratory setting with regular exposure to the manufacturing floor, machines and components.

3.      Use of safety and personal protective equipment under some conditions.  The following is not required for all procedures.

 a.      Ear plugs.

 b.      Safety glasses.

 c.       Uniform/Lab Jacket.

 d.      Face shield.

 e.      Tychem suits.

 f.        Respirator.

4. This position has pre-employment testing requirements that may include a vision test.

5.      Use powered and non-powered tools and general manual machining lathes.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT.  A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as: 

1.      CRT currently offers two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution.  Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.

2.      The company offers a 401k program that will match up to 6% of your contributions and distributes annual cash bonuses based on the performance of the company.

3.      Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.

4.      Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.

To review other benefits, visit our website at www.componentrepair.com/join-us/ or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComponentRepair  to see, “what we are up to.”

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PARTICIPATION

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.

CRT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and promoting the health and well-being of its employees. It is the Company’s policy to only hire individuals who do not use drugs. All candidates will be screened for drug use prior to hire. Employment opportunities at CRT are open to all qualified applicants solely based on their job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. CRT complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regards to equal employment opportunity.