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Laboratory Supervisor 1

Position Overview:

Supervises the operation of a laboratory on all as needed shifts and approves analytical data prior to reporting. Assures that operations are performed in a safe and compliant manner. Acts as laboratory material custodian as required.

Location:

Onsite in Erwin, Tennessee.

Your Day to Day as a Laboratory Supervisor 1:

• Studies and understands the labor contract, lab procedures and equipment utilized in the lab area. Makes job assignments, keeps time cards updated daily and schedules overtime as needed.
• Coordinates analytical priorities with plant needs by communicating with laboratory management and other departments.
• Acts as laboratory material custodian on all shifts. Directs and performs operations to comply with material control requirements.
• Approves analytical data prior to reporting to ensure compliance with analytical and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors and evaluates lab operations and communicates this information to lab management and staff. Reports accidents, equipment issues that will impact laboratory operations, procedural deviations, and any other unusual occurrence.
• Communicates as required with Maintenance Department to identify repair needs and priority when equipment problems occur. Writes work orders, serves as Work Area Administrator and performs Lock Out/Tag Out.
• Directs and monitors hourly personnel's quality and level of performance and compliance with regulatory and safety requirements. Communicates and acts on this information as required and administers disciplinary action when required.
• Prepares transfers of wastewater to WWTF, mixed waste for disposal and sample returns to generator.

Required Qualifications:

A. S. -- Science, Engineering or technical field OR four years’ laboratory supervision experience may be substituted for the A. S. Degree. Must have one year of college Chemistry or Physics.

One to two years’ supervisory experience. In lieu of the 1-2 years required supervisory experience, a B. S. -- Science, Engineering or other technical degree without supervisory experience is acceptable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $66,000 - $101,000

The base salary range for this position in at the start of employment is expected to be between $66,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.