Laboratory Supervisor

Join a world-class metals manufacturing business where precision, quality, and innovation drive everything we do.

Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a leading manufacturer in Sheffield who are are seeking an experienced Laboratory Supervisor to lead and coordinate the activities within the lab. This is a key role ensuring that all analytical testing and product examinations are completed efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with company, customer, and international standards.This role is days.

• Supervise day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring adequate shift cover and timely delivery of analytical results.
• Act as the primary contact for internal laboratory service users and external suppliers.
• Maintain and monitor laboratory supplies, equipment maintenance schedules, and servicing agreements via SAP.
• Oversee and document staff competence, training, and proficiency for all analytical activities.
• Conduct investigations into analytical queries and manage submissions to external laboratories.
• Coordinate proficiency testing programmes and follow up on corrective actions.
• Support the development and validation of analytical methods, calibration improvements, and compliance with testing standards.
• Carry out and maintain COSHH, PUWER, and risk assessments for all laboratory operations.
• Participate in internal IMS and SBO audits to support continuous improvement and compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

• Educated to HNC level (or equivalent) in a materials-related discipline.
• IOSH certified, or willing to work towards certification.
• Strong knowledge of chemical analysis methods and laboratory technologies, including OES, XRF spectrometry, and Combustion IR/Thermal Conductivity gas analysis.
• Excellent communication and IT skills, with experience using Microsoft Office, SAP, and management information systems.
• Sound understanding of quality, environmental, and health & safety management principles.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a shift team.