Laboratory Supervisor - New Castle

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

Oversees the SOPS, QA/QC, of Business Unit Laboratory.Accountable for the obtainment of efficiency, economy, alignment, compliance, and future development of Laboratory systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Set clear expectations, lead, coordinate, and direct Lab Technicians (and WWT Technicians) on all Central Laboratory initiatives.

• Conduct quarterly audits of all CWT laboratories to ensure technician activities are being performed in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. *Key 'Dog Collar' concepts are featured on the tail of this document.

• Design and lead laboratory projects that result in improved cost, quality, efficiency, or other general process improvements. Devise and internally publicize 'Alternative Treatment Matrix '. i.e. Lowering T5 costs, Ultra Filtration, Electrocoagulation, Pre pit material blending.

• Facilitate information gathering, and formal letter drafting for resolving deficiencies and proactively communicating future compliance with municipal, state, and federal officials.

• Research and recommend outlets for any and all beneficial re-useable materials as a result of our water treatment practices.

• Trains Laboratory Technicians to a personal/industry standard of competency examination. Designs coursework that follows NLAP (National Laboratory Accreditation Program) methods. The company accepts it as a cost-prohibitive, yet long-range goal to obtain NLAP accreditation.

• Acts as a co-validation representative for all Compliance and Permit Manager' applications/renewals.

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or related field

• Must be willing to learn and become proficient in Oil and Batch Treatment processes

• Strong communication skills and ability to follow detailed instructions.

• Must be a self-starter, apply initiative, and effectively troubleshoot when necessary.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of industry-related experience preferred

Physical Demands of the Role

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs

• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

Total Rewards

• Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

• 401k - match up to 7%

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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