<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise laboratory operations during assigned shifts, ensuring all tests and analyses are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Coordinate with production teams to understand testing requirements and provide timely feedback on sample results.</li><li>Conduct routine and specialized testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.</li><li>Manage lab technicians, assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety and quality procedures.</li><li>Maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate routine maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop and maintain standard operating procedures SOPs for lab testing processes and ensure team compliance.</li><li>Record, analyze, and report test results; identify trends or deviations, and implement corrective actions when needed.</li><li>Ensure the lab&rsquo;s compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including waste disposal and chemical handling protocols.</li><li>Provide training and mentorship to laboratory staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</li><li>Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly lab reports to management, highlighting quality trends and issues.</li><li>Monitor lab inventory, manage stock of reagents and supplies, and order materials as needed to avoid shortages.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 4 years of experience in a lab supervisory role, preferably in manufacturing, steel, or chemical industries.</li><li>Strong knowledge of lab testing techniques, quality control protocols, and industry-specific testing standards.</li><li>Proficiency in laboratory information management systems LIMS and Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and quality.</li><li>Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a laboratory setting.</li><li>Experience with lab equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.</li></ul>