Laboratory Supervisor

About Ameren Missouri

Ameren Missouri has been providing electric and gas service for more than 100 years, and our electric rates are among the lowest in the nation. Ameren Missouri's mission is to power the quality of life for our 1.2 million electric and 132,000 natural gas customers in central and eastern Missouri. Our service area covers 64 counties and more than 500 communities including the greater St. Louis area.

Our benefits include:

• Medical coverage on date of hire

• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

• Paid parentalleave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

About The Position

The Supervisor, Laboratory supports the operations of the Ameren Missouri laboratory in the role of a supervisor and chemist.

Key responsibilities include:

• Report and interpret analytical results, analyze facility problems, provide recommendations, and approve data and technical reports.
• Investigate and solve problems with analytical instruments (including ICP, IC, AA, IR, GC, and HPLC) and methodology.
• Develop analytical methods, procedures, and business processes for the laboratory to ensure accuracy of testing results, efficient and cost-effective utilization of resources, and customer satisfaction.
• Supervise chemistry technicians at the central laboratory and across the other laboratories in Ameren Missouri Power Operations.
• Review and develop training material for training laboratory technicians and others as necessary.
• Consult with customers, including energy centers, on chemistry-related processes.
• Specify and select laboratory equipment and supplies.

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from an accredited college or university required. Five or more years of relevant experience in analytical chemistry required. A Master's degree in Chemistry from an accredited college or university is preferred and may be considered in lieu of two years of the required relevant experience. Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred. Experience in the electric utility industry also preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Must be proficient in the use of PC-based applications, including spreadsheets, graphics, word processing, and database software preferred. Good analytical, communication, human relations, and customer service skills required. Must be able to wear a respirator. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver's license. After preliminary review, selected applicants must take the First Line Supervisor Test and obtain a recommended status in order to be eligible for additional selection procedures (e.g., interview) designated for this position.

Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range:

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.