Fire Assay Supervisor - SGS

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

SUMMARY

This position will supervise all activities and staff within the Fire Assay Laboratory area

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Accountable for maintaining production and quality targets and ensuring optimal staff levels are achieved

• Schedule workflow through the department so client deadlines are met in a timely fashion; monitor throughput and performance

• Train & motivate staff, set goals, review performance and assess training needs

• Ensure required consumables/supplies are available, set minimum/maximum inventory limits and reorder when necessary
• Ensure required consumables/supplies are available, set minimum/maximum inventory limits and reorder when necessary
• Solve day to day production and process problems within the department
• Monitor and maintain lab QC standards. Responsible for the quality of all data released by the department.
• Perform method validation
• Data evaluation and approval
• Work in partnership with other supervisors and managers to resolve client problems to ensure quality and customer satisfaction standards are met.
• Perform accident/Incident Investigation including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Schedule staff
• Recommend staff level adjustment to Operation Manager according to workload.
• May need to understand and be able to perform Umpire Control Party analysis
• Able to evaluate the process and give suggestions for improvement as needed
• Communicate personnel issues to Operations Manager
• Supervise staff to carry out laboratory analysis according to established methods and meeting Quality Control (QC) standards.
• Plan and initiate procedures and systems necessary to ensure the maintenance and improvement of the Company quality program
• Ensure all logs and records are maintained and up to date in every respect
• Ensure equipment is maintained properly including organizing preventative maintenance schedule and make arrangements with contractors
• Organize waste disposal

LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides guidance and/or leadership to others, including indirect reports, peers, or managers
• Please provide examples of supervisory responsibilities
• Has hiring and terminating responsibilities
• Supervises others
• Number of employees directly reporting

ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING

• Sound knowledge of methods/procedures/policies enabling the incumbent to work independently.
• Work is performed, decisions are made, and problems are solved in accordance with client work order instructions and laboratory quality guidelines and procedures
• Monitor and maintain lab QC standards. Responsible for the quality of all data released by the department.
• Solve day to day production and process problems within the department.
• Accountable for maintaining production, quality and financial targets
• Accountable for routine and non routine equipment maintenance
• Identify errors in their work, process or sample defects and correct if possible.
• Conduct trouble shooting and investigations and be able to present cause identification and solution to Operations Manager
• Able to work well under pressure during peak workloads and maintains productivity and quality.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A post-secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Geochemistry, etc.) Preferred
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in a geochemical analysis field related to Fire Assay is required.
• 1 – 3 years of previous supervisory experience Preferred
• Strong leadership skills and experience in the supervising of small technical teams, ideally including the supervising of people in a minerals related laboratory. Required

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• The incumbent must have time management skills and strong attention to detail
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner. and train direct reports with current revisions
• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (CCLAS, Word, Excel. PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client location may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
• Ability to manage and co-ordinate multiple projects in fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Previous experience using laboratory instruments and the ability to operate and trouble-shoot them.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practices and good management practices.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.

TRAVEL

• No Travel Required (0%)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

• Repetitive movements Seldom 
• Standing Seldom 
• Walking Seldom 
• Physically demanding work position Seldom 
• Lifting up to 25 kg Seldom
• Operate stacker Seldom 

Location of the Job : Kershaw, SC

• Regular office environment
• Moderate noise Occasional 
• Exposed to extreme heat Occasional
• Wearing protective equipment Constant 
• Possible exposure to regulated hazardous substances (Occasional
• Working with equipment, machinery, tools Occasional 
• Working with chemicals such as acids, borax, nitre, soda ash, lead oxide Occasional 

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT

• Fit for Duty Medical – general physical and questionnaire related to physical efforts of job|||Fit for Duty Lead – periodic blood testing for lead exposure or other chemicals on an ongoing basis. Required
• Accountable for the Health, Safety and Environment performance of self and colleagues and adherence to all regulations as per the Company Health and Safety Manual and the immediate reporting of any health, safety or environmental incidents, accidents, concerns or hazards to the Manager / Supervisor and H&S representative for action. Required
• Demonstrates good and safe work habits and enforces a clean working environment. Required
• Adheres to all safety management system (OIMS) and quality management system (QMS) training, policies and procedures, including manuals, test procedures, work instructions and the monitoring and/or verification of equipment and processes relating to testing activities. Required

Vision Requirement:

• No Special Vision Requirement
• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
• Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet/6 meters or more)
• Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given post)
• Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and three-dimensional relationship)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
• Ability to see color

Auditory Requirements:

• No special auditory requirements
• Provide with specific auditory requirements

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, genetics, status as a protected veteran, 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.

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