Steel Lab Supervisor
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46219
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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
The Laboratory Supervisor is responsible for technical guidance in the preparation and analysis of various types of tests related to Steel and Rubber Materials. This includes direction and supervision of laboratory staff, checking test data, calculations and computer input of data, and calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment. This position also functions as a fully qualified laboratory technician conducting the necessary tests and tasks associated with the accredited laboratory.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $59,800.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s Materials & Test location, Indianapolis, 46219.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
• Supports a strong management culture by coaching and mentoring team members.
• Work with Construction and Materials technical staff to create and provide training to staff members.
• Responsible for assembling project team and assigning individual responsibilities.
• Understands project objectives and role of each team members.
• Supervises Steel Laboratory.
• Works with team to ensure testing standard, safety, and project scope compliance.
• Prepares reports and analysis to manage risk and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Presents project status and prepares recommendations for improving the project workflow.
• May delegate low-level project tasks to assigned team member.
• Responsible for ensuring the Laboratories compliance with all AASHTO, ASTM, Indiana Test Method, Directives, and other established standards, as well as all applicable laboratory and workplace safety standards.
• Completes the scope of work while ensuring INDOT’s quality, financial, risk management and policy expectations are met.
• Responsible for overall work progress and technical performance on project.
• Directly supervises all specialized laboratory testing program operations and data analysis requirements.
• Ensures testing system calibration of all testing systems and oversees upgrading and repair of multiple specialized test systems.
• Assigns technicians for testing, data analysis, during testing.
• Provides technical guidance and oversees training operations of new laboratory testing technicians and equipment calibrations.
• Directs specialized mechanical maintenance, repair, upgrades and replacement of complex testing and calibration systems/equipment.
• Develops maintenance and operational manuals for test systems.
• Responsible for approval of resource allocation for special test system repairs and upgrades.
• Prepares and achieves performance metrics for program deliverables.
• Supervises staff of 3-10 laboratory technicians.
• Participates in various special investigative studies as directed.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either
• A minimum of 4 years of Laboratory testing experience is required.
• Experience in developing and leading project teams.
Job Competencies:
• Personal Proficiency – State of Indiana competencies required to successfully manage projects.
• Interpersonal Skills and Communications – Attention to communication by ensuring that information is shared to internal and external stakeholders. Ensures information is presented and communicated in a clear and concise manner.
• Project Planning and Controls – Project scope and schedule is defined and managed consistent with the project development process.
• Financial Management – Establishes and manages project budget with understanding of all financial implications/issues.
• Change Management – Minimizes and consistently manages changes to the scope of the project.
• Risk Management – Manages project uncertainly and applies resources to minimize, monitor and/or control risks.
• Testing Standards – Advanced knowledge of AASHTO, ASTM, and Indiana Test Methods.
• Safety Standards – Advanced knowledge of laboratory safety standards, including working with hazardous materials.
• Supervisory Skills – Ability to manage a large team and keep the team focused on the goals of the agency.
• Facility Management – Ability to manage multiple laboratories to ensure accurate and timely test results while staying on-budget.
• Training Skills – Ability to train others and develop training documents and tools to ensure consistent testing takes place in the labs.
• SiteManager – Working knowledge of INDOT data management software such as SiteManager
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
