Calibration Laboratory Supervisor

Overview

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOC) is looking for a Calibration Laboratory Supervisor to support our government customer located in Kaua'i, Hawai'i.

The Calibration Laboratory Supervisor for the PMRF Calibration Lab has responsibility for everyday operations of the laboratory, which include mechanical and electrical instrumental calibrations, maintaining data for calibrations and quality control under NAVAIR policies and procedures, reviewing final reports and record keeping, and physical maintenance of the laboratory. The lab supervisor is also responsible for arranging outside support services and record keeping, including instrument service contracts, subcontracting sample analysis, etc.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads the laboratory through the process of obtaining and maintaining NAVAIR accreditation.
• Participates in internal and external audits. Applies corrective actions to laboratory processes and procedures as required.
• Establishes and maintains lab operating policy and procedures.
• Maintains Calibration Lab activities based on NAVAIR and PMRF policies and procedures.
• Works with PMRF to set priorities and manage competing requirements for resources.
• Performs inventory management of parts, supplies, and tools.
• Ensures that complete and concise calibration results are documented per requirements, and that processes are managed, as required.
• Prepares and submits status reports and technical reports and briefs, as required, to Senior Management and Customers in timely manner.
• Prepares or reviews and approves for dissemination all Department Contract Data requirements (CDRLs).
• Implements and carries out programs for the lab.
• Represent Koa Lani in planning meetings and design reviews.
• Approves timecards, leave requests, and travel requests.
• Provides training and guidance related to Quality Assurance, Security, Safety, and other Company Policy and Procedures.
• Monitors and reviews personnel performance and provides counseling and guidance as required.
• Develops training and professional development plans for the laboratory staff to ensure their skills remain current.
• Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of new laboratory personnel.
• Prepares business cases and justifications for equipment purchases.
• Identifies and assessing potential risks to the laboratory's operations, personnel, and data integrity.
• Prepares and leads customer surveys and management reviews.
• Effectively partners with Government customer/counterparts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED DEGREE/

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (Equivalent years of experience may be substituted in lieu of education)

REQUIRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of experience in management or supervision in electronic and/or electro/mechanical systems or related field;
  Four (4) years of which must have been in the measurement systems field
• Calibration experience with electromechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic system/equipment
• NAVAIR or military experience is preferred
• Very strong organizational skills
• Experience with QA/QC work a plus
• Possesses knowledge of mechanical and electrical instrumental calibrations and maintaining data for calibrations

DESIRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Direct Calibration lab experience
• Experience in the calibration of force, pressure, dimensional, and/or electronic calibration

Office conditions are varied and include physical tasks including lifting, pushing or pulling over 25-50 pounds. Physical positions will include but not be limited to walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time. The general office laboratory environment will include customer contact, extended workdays, with field assignments, sometimes in inclement weather.

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Secret security clearance is required. (Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted…