WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Thermal Processing - Lab Supervisor; Production, Manufacturing, 1st Shift Hours; Northborough, MA
Monday Thru Friday.
The Lab Supervisor - Thermal Processing will join the Process Technology Team to operate and maintain a world-class thermal process lab that supports the growing needs of internal customers and innovation programs. This role is responsible for day-to-day lab operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement of thermal processing capabilities in an R&D environment. The position also plays an important role in upgrading lab systems, supporting center-wide renovation efforts, and helping build a center of excellence for high-temperature thermal processing tools.Key Responsibilities
- Operate, support, and improve thermal processing equipment and process know-how, ensuring safe and reliable high-temperature furnace operations.
- Advise lab users and internal customers on technical approaches to achieve successful thermal processing experiments.
- Partner with business unit colleagues to implement process improvements that increase yield and quality, including improvements to crucible and mold design, barriers, and related materials interactions.
- Train users on equipment operation, run quality expectations, and lab safety procedures.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance plans and troubleshooting guides to maximize equipment uptime and performance.
- Diagnose and resolve a broad range of equipment and process issues with sound technical judgment and creativity.
- Support internal partners in the development of new test methods and expanded equipment capabilities.
- Help modernize lab systems by supporting upgrades from analog outputs to digital data acquisition, factory network connections, and data storage platforms.
- Manage sample flow, monitor lab backlog, interpret results, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
- Collaborate across business units, including with colleagues who may be less familiar with thermal processing, to promote best practices and strong operating discipline.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Qualifications
- Associates degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of experience; or a non-technical bachelor's degree and 10+ years of equivalent experience; or a combination of education and experience - required
- Comfort working cross-functionally with technical teams, business partners, and lab users - required
- Demonstrated basic knowledge in HSE and understanding of safety/failure analysis and risk assessments - required
- Experience operating, maintaining, and improving thermal processing or high-temperature lab equipment - highly preferred.
- Ability to apply manufacturing and operational discipline within an R&D or pilot-scale environment - preferred
- Strong troubleshooting (electrical, plumbing, hydraulic and systems) problem-solving skills related to equipment, process performance, and lab operations - preferred
- Experience developing training materials, maintenance plans, and standard operating practices - preferred
- Ability to manage capital projects that require coordinating multiple vendors and internal systems - preferred
- Ability to communicate technical concepts and results clearly to a range of internal stakeholders - preferred
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Saint-Gobain Research (SGR) North America is one of Saint-Gobain's largest industrial research laboratories. The center is home to more than 400 employees working at the leading edge of innovation on multidisciplinary industrial research, preparing the future by designing tomorrow's products and processes across an amazing variety of markets and technical disciplines. Since 1985, SGR North America has been supporting existing businesses, developing future businesses, and nurturing talent.Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.
Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $64,500 to $97,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 8% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $69,600 to $105,300. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
- Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave • Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
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