Applied Physical Metrology Luxembourg - Compound Lab Supervisor

• The purpose of the position is to support Goodyear's business by effectively managing the Operations of the Applied Physical Metrology (APML) team in the Goodyear Innovation Center Luxemburg (GICL).
• This team supports the evaluation of materials for the development of new products, technologies and services.
• The incumbent is responsible for the hiring, supervision and development of associates, motivating team members to meet department safety expectations, quality standards, productivity goals, and compliance with Goodyear policies.
• The lab leader is responsible for the timely completion of experimental compound requests, for compound testing, for plant support activities and for small and larger scale raw material/compound receiving, storage and handling operations and related financial transactions.
• The lab leader is responsible for the initiation of continuous improvement activities and for driving the global standardization of APM testing at Goodyear.
• The incumbent organizes the preparation and execution of annual global crosschecks including most Goodyear plants, R&D and contractor labs and responsible to provide those labs with reference compounds and respective target properties on a bi-monthly basis.
• The incumbent supports Goodyear EMEA plant labs by sharing best practices and by supporting our regional Quality organization in resolving technical problems.
• This position requires a balance of supervisory and leadership skills combined with strong communication skills.
• It requires to collaborate with peers, leadership and external stakeholders to deliver test results, insights and services, and to address questions or inquiries about special test requirements.

• Manage APML testing operations.
• Prioritize work and direct the workforce to achieve partner and department goals and objectives.
• Ensure adherence and compliance to established company EHS and quality standards.
• Organize staffing and re-deploy staff between teams in case of need.
• Communicate effectively (both written and oral) with team members, leaders, HR, regional quality, global peers, external partners, and customers.
• Actively manage the PMP process, including developing objectives, conducting performance reviews, and establishing training and development plans.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of issues associated with performance, attendance, teamwork, work responsibilities and safety involving team members.
• Communicate top-down goals and guidelines to the team, communicate bottom-up feedback and suggestions from the team during team huddles and 1x1 meetings.
• Fill staffing vacancies by interviewing, hiring and on-boarding of new team members.
• Coach test lab technicians and engineers.
• Act as potential back-up of the APML Chief Engineer.
• Act as primary contact person for issues that may occur in the APML Compound Lab.
• Resolve partners' requests that may require special set-up.
• Host internal partners, press and external customers during visits and lab tours
• Ensures robust knowledge sharing and transfer process.
• Support regional quality in problem solving, in release testing issues and in auditing EMEA plant laboratories.
• Collaboratively establish and maintain metrics and operational performance documentation.
• Identify, propose, and lead teams focused on improving, operational efficiencies, standardization, process improvements, quality initiatives and integration.
• Where EHS issues are found, drive projects and activities with EHS and management to find resolutions.
• Supervise the acquisition of supplies, equipment, spare parts, consumables, maintenance and calibration services in the APML Test Lab.
• Support and contribute to annual 5 year operational and capital planning processes.

• An associates degree with experience in a laboratory environment.

• A high school diploma with extensive experience in material laboratory.
• A master's degree is Stem is preferred.

• Demonstrated supervisory skills and experience.
• Work experience related to material lab operations and/or testing.
• Lean 101 / A3.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of relevant equipment & procedures.
• Ability to understand and discuss technical concepts as they relate to testing/ work responsibilities.

• Demonstrated leadership skills through assigned projects, or process improvements such as lean, CIS or other departmental initiatives.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of work being performed by the work force and ability to adjust, modify or correct.
• Knowledgeable of internal Goodyear Safety standards and relevant OSHA regulations.
• Working knowledge of administrative tools and systems for timekeeping, attendance, performance metrics, and scheduling as well as other tools to support an efficient work group.
• Solid computer skills (e-mail, SAP, GMTS, Microsoft office).
• Languages: Fluency in English. Fluency is French is desired.
• A valid driving licence.

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