Calportland
Lab Manager (Central Research Lab)
Calportland, Jurupa Valley, California, United States,
Job Summary
The Lab Manager will lead and run daily laboratory operations for cement, concrete and aggregate testing, maintain laboratory safety practices and procedures, maintain national accreditation by following AASHTO R18 and ASTM C1222 standards, manage lab technician's daily duties, and maintain all laboratory testing equipments functionality.Benefits
At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.Compensation
$80k-$120kResponsibilities
Manage, train and support laboratory staff with their routine and non-routine tasks, e.g., analysis of customer service samples, import cement samples, plant support projects, and R&D projects to assure efficient and timely delivery of quality test resultsLead efforts to maintain the functionality of all laboratory equipment, such as compression machines, concrete and mortar mixers, humidity rooms, environmental chambers, XRF, XRD, Calorimetry, ICP, AA, and more, with timely calibrations, coordination of service contract, etc.Maintain laboratory safety at its highest standards according to the companys guidelines and policiesManage and lead all efforts to maintain AASHTO and ASTM accreditation by leading CCRL inspection and proficiency testing programs, assuring all tests and procedures are followed precisely according to ASTM/AASHTO proceduresProvide reports and updates to management, including the progress of projects and lab statusAssist internal project coordinator, and other stakeholders with the execution of their projectsProvide for outside contractors as required for maintenance of laboratory building and equipmentAssist with the preparation of various laboratory reportsPrepare requisitions and make recommendations for laboratory chemicals and suppliesManage laboratorys lean and housekeeping activities, as well as maintain inventory for all laboratory itemsAssist with tracking laboratory operating budget and preparation of capital budgetKeep current on lab certifications and documentationEducation
Degree in Civil Engineering, Material Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, with minimum 5 years of relevant experienceRequirements/Qualifications
Strong knowledge and experience with cement, concrete, and aggregate materials and testing with respect to current ASTM and AASHTO standardsMinimum of 5 years of successful supervisory experienceStrong instrumentation skills, hand tools, and hands-on experience to troubleshoot laboratory equipment to fix basic issues.Good understanding of the physics and fundamentals of materials characterization tools (XRD, XRF, TGA, etc.)Strong communication skillsAbility to motivate and influence othersWell-versed in Microsoft Office Apps, mainly Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Planner, etc.)Must be able to work cooperatively with othersACI and ASTM certifications preferredConditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.#LI-AV1#HP
The Lab Manager will lead and run daily laboratory operations for cement, concrete and aggregate testing, maintain laboratory safety practices and procedures, maintain national accreditation by following AASHTO R18 and ASTM C1222 standards, manage lab technician's daily duties, and maintain all laboratory testing equipments functionality.Benefits
At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.Compensation
$80k-$120kResponsibilities
Manage, train and support laboratory staff with their routine and non-routine tasks, e.g., analysis of customer service samples, import cement samples, plant support projects, and R&D projects to assure efficient and timely delivery of quality test resultsLead efforts to maintain the functionality of all laboratory equipment, such as compression machines, concrete and mortar mixers, humidity rooms, environmental chambers, XRF, XRD, Calorimetry, ICP, AA, and more, with timely calibrations, coordination of service contract, etc.Maintain laboratory safety at its highest standards according to the companys guidelines and policiesManage and lead all efforts to maintain AASHTO and ASTM accreditation by leading CCRL inspection and proficiency testing programs, assuring all tests and procedures are followed precisely according to ASTM/AASHTO proceduresProvide reports and updates to management, including the progress of projects and lab statusAssist internal project coordinator, and other stakeholders with the execution of their projectsProvide for outside contractors as required for maintenance of laboratory building and equipmentAssist with the preparation of various laboratory reportsPrepare requisitions and make recommendations for laboratory chemicals and suppliesManage laboratorys lean and housekeeping activities, as well as maintain inventory for all laboratory itemsAssist with tracking laboratory operating budget and preparation of capital budgetKeep current on lab certifications and documentationEducation
Degree in Civil Engineering, Material Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, with minimum 5 years of relevant experienceRequirements/Qualifications
Strong knowledge and experience with cement, concrete, and aggregate materials and testing with respect to current ASTM and AASHTO standardsMinimum of 5 years of successful supervisory experienceStrong instrumentation skills, hand tools, and hands-on experience to troubleshoot laboratory equipment to fix basic issues.Good understanding of the physics and fundamentals of materials characterization tools (XRD, XRF, TGA, etc.)Strong communication skillsAbility to motivate and influence othersWell-versed in Microsoft Office Apps, mainly Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Planner, etc.)Must be able to work cooperatively with othersACI and ASTM certifications preferredConditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.#LI-AV1#HP