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Laboratory Supervisor
- UL, LLC (Northbrook, IL)
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This is an onsite position at the NBK Lab, Monday–Friday, 1st shift.
Lead a team of approximately 10 professionals in a specialized laboratory focused on roofing product testing, including shingles, underlayment, and other building materials. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring operational excellence, strong organizational skills, and customer engagement.
+ Oversee daily lab operations and ensure smooth workflow.
+ Manage scheduling and resource allocation across shifts.
+ Maintain equipment readiness and compliance with safety and quality standards.
+ Collaborate closely with engineering teams to understand customer requirements.
+ Engage with customers during visits, guide them through processes, and ensure exceptional service.
+ Monitor KPIs, drive team performance, and implement process improvements
+ Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering (Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field).
+ Proven leadership experience managing technical teams.
+ Knowledge of roofing and building materials testing methods.
+ Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
+ Flexibility to adjust to shift changes and operational priorities.
Nice-to-Have:
+ Experience in customer-facing roles and business development.
+ Familiarity with financial impact of operational decisions.
Pay Transparency Verbiage:
Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this position is $69,000 to $92,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
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UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that:
Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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