Job Description

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada; our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and Life Sciences sectors.

Summary:

AGAT Laboratories is adding to our team with a Manager for our Energy Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory staff and business. As this role is a senior position one will be providing leadership and direction to the team as well as being an integral part of providing \xe2\x80\x9cService Beyond Analysis\xe2\x80\x9d.

Duties:

• Ensure effective laboratory operations, including: client service, security, housekeeping, human resources, safety, quality and environmental practices.
• Demonstrate organizational leadership: delegate and empower subordinates appropriately while leading by example.
• Contribute to the fiscal aspects of their operation including preparing capital and operating budgets, evaluating performance and taking corrective action, when required.
• Manage staff timesheets, vacations, absences and purchase requisitions in accordance with AGAT Laboratories\' policies and procedures.
• Ensure that laboratory procedures are documented, properly taught to laboratory staff, being adhered to and enforced.
• Communicate and resolve any issue or event that impacts laboratory operations or client relations.
• Raise nonconformance investigation requests to the Quality Assurance Officer.
• Maintain effective lines of communication between the Laboratory and Client Services.
• Effectively manage equipment and resources with a focus on maximizing uptime of instrumentation and minimizing operating costs.
• Actively participate and lead safety meetings for all labs under your supervision and communicate any concerns from yourself or staff to Upper Management.
• Report, review and authorize test results, as required.
• Assist corporate management, as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related field.
• 5+ years of laboratory analysis experience is preferred.
• 3+ years in a supervisor or management role is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in a leadership capacity with a strong track record of mentorship and uplifting staff that have worked under you.
• Experience in ASTM/GPA/UOP testing methodology for hydrocarbons
• Technical experience in the use, calibration and troubleshooting of various analytical instrumentation commonly found in a commercial laboratory. Familiarity with Gas Chromatography is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of QA/QC procedures, ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and proficiency testing required.
• Experience managing laboratory accreditation will be considered a strong asset.

AGAT Laboratories would like to thank all applicants; however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the hiring manager of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

Thank you for your interest in AGAT Laboratories.

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