Supv, Soils Receiving
Memphis, TN, US, 38133
As the name implies, Waypoint Analytical is the company that you have been trying to find. Waypoint Analytical is the nation's largest agricultural and environmental laboratory network, with locations across North America.
When you join the Waypoint Team you can feel the chemistry. There is a passion that can only be unlocked and shared in a diverse culture of collaborative teamwork, where science and service intersect to make us proud of what we provide.
Waypoint Analytical offers passionate people from all walks-of-life opportunities to be part of something special. You may have the goal of helping to feed the world, protect our environment, or offer scientifically sound solutions to complex problems.
Waypoint Analytical is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nutrien, LTD.
What You'll Do:
The Supervisor, Soils Receiving manages the Soils Receiving team who is responsible for receiving, sorting, and preparing laboratory samples that enter the laboratory via freight carriers. The role requires people, process, and systematic management in order to provide quality data to our clients.
- Manage and lead the Soils Receiving department, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements to optimize productivity and reduce costs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines.
- Lead new employee onboarding, training, and support for Human Resources systems.
- Responsible for direct report time approval and management for employees within the timekeeping system.
- Responsible for managing seasonal employees during peak seasons including interviewing, selecting new hires, relationship management, performance monitoring, compliance oversight, and conflict resolution.
- Responsible for developing, implementing, and following safety solutions within your department.
- Fill in for employees within the department when needed, especially during peak seasons.
- Model our core value of safety by leading and enabling a culture in which you and your team are actively contributing to a safe work environment.
- Other duties as required.
What You'll Bring:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- At least 1 year of leadership experience required.
- 1+ year of direct people management experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Project management and coordination experience preferred.
- Deep understanding of operational needs preferred (e.g. technical support of laboratory processes and equipment, general agronomic support, and resource management)
Waypoint Analytical is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Waypoint Analytical policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
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Nearest Major Market: Memphis