Wet Chem Group Leader - Laboratory

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company dedicated to advancing environmental responsibility and human progress in a harmonious balance. Centered around the guiding principle "For Planet and Progress," the company fosters a culture grounded in purpose, responsibility, and real-world impact. Its multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants, and other professionals collaborate across geographic and disciplinary boundaries to serve industries and governments. The collaborative aim is to ensure that communities and environments thrive while navigating complex environmental challenges, regulatory expectations, and operational risks. Onterris is committed to advancing the way of life without compromising the integrity of the environment, protecting essential natural resources such as air, water, and soil for generations to come. As an equal opportunity employer, Onterris welcomes diverse backgrounds and perspectives, recognizing their contribution to the company’s ongoing success and innovation.

The Group Leader role in the Richmond, VA laboratory represents a critical leadership position within this dynamic company. Employees in this role assist with multiple projects, engage extensively with multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies, and clients, and work within a strong team of committed professionals. This position offers a competitive salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 annually, complemented by an annual bonus based on experience, skills, and geographic location. Scheduled Monday through Friday, the role blends hands-on scientific work with personnel management and operational oversight. The Group Leader is responsible for supervising staff, scheduling projects with a focus on rush and short hold samples, maintaining and repairing laboratory instruments, troubleshooting various issues, and ensuring compliance with rigorous quality and safety standards. They play a pivotal role in method development, SOP updates, and efficiency improvements, fostering an environment that values accuracy, communication, and teamwork. Working with concentrated acids requires stringent safety practices, which the Group Leader enforces diligently in addition to supporting personnel skills development, team building, and conflict resolution. This role is integral to the lab's success and directly impacts the quality of environmental data that supports sustainable decision-making.

The working environment involves a blend of laboratory bench work and office-based functions when not deployed on emergency responses. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasional overhead lifting over 20 pounds. Occasionally, extended shifts of up to 12 hours may be required, along with potential exposure to varying temperature environments. Onterris offers reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable laws to support the performance of the essential functions of this role by individuals with disabilities. Joining Onterris means becoming part of a movement dedicated to smart solutions and lasting environmental impact, contributing to better thinking and stronger communities globally.