Laboratory Supervisor – Oil Analysis

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Established in 1966, WearCheck Canada has been at the forefront of oil analysis, providing comprehensive services that help clients reduce operational costs and enhance equipment reliability. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art laboratory and our dedicated team of experts.

We currently have an opening for a Laboratory Supervisor, who will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to ensure safe and effective daily operation of the laboratory. Required key attributes include effective leadership and communication skills in order to motivate the team to perform at its best level and drive continuous improvement and reliability of our operations.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Ensure focus on safety, quality and productivity is maintained by all laboratory staff.
• Supervise, train and support laboratory technicians conducting oil analysis with ASTM methods.
• Perform maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of all instrumentation and equipment.
• Act as laboratory technical contact for customers, colleagues and auditors.
• Draft and update laboratory work instructions.
• Use of LIMS and other computer systems for entry / authorization of results.
• Preparation of reagents and standards.
• Ensure sufficient stock levels of laboratory consumables are maintained.
• Coordinate the receipt and sorting of incoming samples.
• Assist with routine analysis of oil samples as required.
• Ensure ISO/IEC 17025 requirements are maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Requirements

• Advanced Laboratory Technician Diploma / BSc Chemistry or similar.
• 5 years of relevant laboratory and supervisory experience.
• ISO/IEC 17025 knowledge.
• Willingness to become fluent in all testing and methods performed by the laboratory.
• Inquisitive, hands-on approach, with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Effective leadership and communication skills, and the ability to convey knowledge to others.
• Proficient in MS Office.

What We Offer

Starting salary from $65,000 / year (negotiable depending on education and experience).

2 weeks leave per year (increasing to 3 weeks after 5 years and with other tiers thereafter).

Comprehensive health insurance benefits (subject to 3 months probationary period).

Collaborative environment within a team of dedicated professionals.

Work in a modern laboratory equipped with the latest technology in oil analysis.

To be considered for this role you must submit your resume and cover letter via Indeed and state why you are an ideal candidate for the position.

Position Information

This is a full-time position (Mon-Fri, 08.00-16.30) at our laboratory in Burlington, ON. You must be local, eligible to work in Canada, and able to commute to work. There is no remote-working option for this role. We thank all applicants but only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person