Laboratory Supervisor - Product Development
Shannon Plant | Ireland
Full Time | Permanant
As the Laboratory Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities in the OLED Kilo Labs at PPG's Shannon Plant. In this role, you will manage the production crew and technicians, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of OLED Development batches while meeting daily kilo lab goals.
This position will play a critical role in maintaining strict compliance with safety protocols, operational standards, and quality requirements. It also focuses on driving on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery of products to clients while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary & bonus structure
* Progression opportunities within a global organization
* Hand-on role with modern lab equipment, keeping every day varied and interesting
* Excellent exposure to work with cutting edge technology used in iPhones, Teslas and more
* Opportunity to lead and support a team, building on your leadership and people skills
* Great work-life balance with our Monday-Friday work schedule
Key Responsibilities
* Strong communication skills and flexibility; effectively manages resources.
* Supervises technicians, including performance evaluation, compensation, and disciplinary actions.
* Ensures conformance to company safety policies by setting an example, training, and mentoring others.
* Leads the safe execution of OLED Development batches, ensuring alignment with development goals and operational standards.
* Proficient with tools, systems, and procedures to support lab operations.
* Coordinates equipment repairs with Facilities personnel and third-party service providers.
* Assists with SOP writing for new equipment/systems and improvements to existing ones.
* Coordinates resources and personnel to meet production schedules and kilo
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or global equivalent in a related discipline (preferred).
* 2–4 years of related professional experience.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
* Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures within a chemical plant environment.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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