Analytical Lab Supervisor - Bronco Wine

JOB STATEMENT: The Lab Supervisor must be able to perform all current lab analyses by operating, calibrating and troubleshooting all equipment within ...JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

10 years of lab experience calibrating and troubleshooting lab instruments and method development and validation with coursework in chemistry, enology, computers, and math

Candidate will need 4 years Supervisory/Lead Tech experience

Knowledge of:

Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Enology or related Food Science

Lab and safety procedures for current methods of grape and wine and wine analyses

ISO 9001:2008 principles as they apply to the Analytical Lab

Computers and current data systems.

Dissolved Oxygen (O2), pH, and ISE probes/meters, spectrophotometer, centrifuge, microscope, titration and distillation apparatus, Arena Analyzer, Foss FT120, Radiometer

Gas Chromatography - program calibration table, troubleshoot and perform maintenance

Knowledge of Atomic Absorption operation and method development

Ability to:

Work independently on projects

Oversee subordinate personnel and develop a team-based environment

Resolve issues involving other departments as they relate to the Analytical Lab

Perform lab techniques in experimental analysis

Computer data entry Microsoft Excel and Access, Vahl (WMDB) system

Maintain and organizing a safe and efficient work area for lab personnel

Maintain communication and team-building within the department

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sit for extended periods of time

Lift up to 40lbs

Drag up to 50 lbs.

Use a computer (type, use a mouse, do data entry)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Occasional noise levels requiring hearing protection

Indoor climate, limited outdoor climate

Frequently work around chemicals or solvents

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Lab coat or lab apron, appropriate hand protection, side shield safety glasses, safety vest, head/ear protection and proper footwear when in production facility