NSF is seeking a team lead, under the supervision of the area manager, will provide technical and operations support for the laboratory area as well as performing testing, peer review, and reporting as appropriate. They will train staff and help organize laboratory activities to help the lab meet performance goals in quality, timeliness, and volume.

Responsibilities

Inputs sample management data
Train workforce on technical processes and SOP’s for the laboratory area.
Schedule or oversee scheduling as assigned for the laboratory area.
Recommend process improvement initiatives based on observation and data collection.
Manage laboratory projects by assigning resources and monitoring timelines and metrics.
Help team meet safety, quality, timeliness, productivity, and cost control objectives.
Ensure that equipment is maintained in proper operating condition and ensure that the necessary documentation is organized and accessible.
Ensure appropriate technical support for laboratory area.
Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

1-2 years of college or technical training or equivalent required.
2 to 5 years of laboratory experience plus demonstrated technical and training skills.
Knowledge of standard lab procedures and instrumentation.
Able to work well in a production team environment with strong organizational skills.
Consistent attention to detail and verbal/written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

BS/BA in a related science field or an equivalent combination of experience and coursework
Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
Detailed equipment knowledge for work in area.
Specific method knowledge.
Computer skills with laboratory LIMS and instrumentation software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to handle both desk and laboratory work environments.
May be required to stand for long periods of time.
Moderate to heavy physical effort periodically required

About Us

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.

One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.

Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.

NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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About the Team

NSF's global network of state-of-the-art laboratories is the "backbone" of NSF's comprehensive testing and certification services. Staffed by engineers, chemists, microbiologists and toxicologists, we offer world-class technical expertise across the food, water and life sciences industries.