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Lab Manager Position Overview: Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. is major supplier of quality asphalt cements, emulsions, cutbacks and polymer modified asphalts to the northwest United States. Idaho Asphalt Supply consistently meets customer's needs and requirements by providing quality products and services ensuring that our customer's jobs get done on time and on specification. Idaho Asphalt Supply is backed by a state of the art AASHTO testing and research facility. The company has an open position for a Lab Manager. The position is located at the Hauser, ID plant facility. This position reports to the Plant Manager and has the primary responsibility for quality control as well as safety and regulatory compliance activities for the facility. While prior experience in this field of work is preferred, it is not required. Entry level candidates will be considered as well. The company offers competitive salaries, medical and dental benefits, 401K, and a generous performance based incentive compensation program. The company strives for professional excellence and emphasizes this through the development and growth of employees. Employees are given necessary tools not only to efficiently perform and improve their jobs, but grow as individuals. Position Responsibilities Operate and maintain the site's quality laboratory. Test and certify the quality of raw materials and finished products. Consult with the company's corporate quality and compliance groups. Maintain the facility's quality control programs. Maintain the facility's regulatory compliance programs. Maintain and facilitate the facilities safety training programs. Continually improve all processes and programs. Occasionally interface with customers and government agencies on technical issues regarding products. Maintain a relationship with government agencies and stay current with changes in any specifications. As part of a small close-knit multifunctional manufacturing team, the position will be called upon frequently to support other functional areas. Investigate any deviances from product specification. Occasionally travel for industry conferences and training programs. Formulate and develop product specifications. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must. The ability to perform basic arithmetic operations accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages) and a strong attention to details. Multitask oriented, organized, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Attention to detail. Good written, oral, and reading skills. Excellent interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications (Desired) Bachelor's degree in a science field. Laboratory experience. Previous experience in quality control, safety and/or regulatory compliance. Key Competencies: Organized and Strong Attention to Detail Dedication to producing error-free, accurate work. Gets things done. Successfully juggles multiple projects. Manages time efficiently. Drive for Results Bias for action and getting things done. Taking calculated risks. Prioritize and push projects and initiatives to completion. Follows up with various parties. Teamwork Develops and leverages cooperative relationships. Willingly shares information/resources and assists others. Contributes constructively to the team decision making process. Supports the team decision with comments/actions outside the team. Fosters development by giving feedback, coaching, and mentoring. Embraces and Drives Change Demonstrates energy for effective implementation of change. Sees what is possible. Takes responsible risk. Owns & sustains the change. Personal Growth Mindset Able to reflect and learn from mistakes. Is curious and asks questions. Seeks to continuously improve themselves and everyone around them. About Us: The success of Idaho Asphalt Supply is built by a dedicated team of professionals who excel in their roles, and, in turn, we are seeking the best in class talent: professionals, scientists, engineers, advanced thinkers, and people who thrive on growth and collaboration to co-create the future of Idaho Asphalt. To be the BEST, we must employ the BEST. We offer a competitive total rewards package, an innovative, dynamic, and fast-paced learning culture, and research environment. Founded in 1976, our company is now a third-generation family business supplying materials to the highway construction industry. Our company is FIRST CHOICE in the industry due to our relentless pursuit of continuous improvement of the products and services we provide to our customers. Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDAHO ASPHALT, PEAK ASPHALT

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