Lab Optimization Expert

Copan Group; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Copan Wasp S.r.l., part of Copan Group, seeks a Laboratory Optimization Expert in Lombardy to advance automation solutions for clinical microbiology labs. You will analyze workflows, collect data, and demonstrate the value of Total Laboratory Automation using LEAN tools.

The role requires knowledge of lab operations, lean/six sigma, and strong communication. On-site collaboration with sales, field engineers, and distributors is essential; MS Office proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of clinical microbiology laboratory operations.
• Experience with lean workflow concepts (5S, value stream mapping, 6-Sigma) preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities; able to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Understand Copan’s lab automation solutions and explain operations clearly.
• Perform on-site Lean Laboratory Assessments to identify opportunities.
• Assess workflows, space, equipment, and processes using Lean methods; recommend improvements.
• Identify problems and show benefits in quality, workflow, turnaround time, and morale.
• Propose lab designs integrating WASP/WASPLab components with Lean principles.
• Create reports supporting capital expenditure justifications for modular facilities.
• Attend meetings and events to support sales and marketing goals.
• Manage administrative duties: expenses, reporting, and asset use.

Skills

Clinical microbiology knowledge

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication skills

Presentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Project organization

Education

BS in Life Sciences / Biology

Medical Technology (MT ASCP) preferred

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Job description

Company Description

Copan, a biomedical excellence and global leader in microbiology pre-analytics, employs approximately 850 people in Italy. The company consists of three entities:

• Copan Italia S.p.A., which designs and manufactures devices for the collection and preservation of biological samples, including flocked swabs, transport media, tubes, and pipettes;
• Copan Wasp S.r.l., which develops automated laboratory solutions such as WASP and WASPLab;
• Copan Newlab S.r.l., dedicated to equipment for microbiological testing in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries.

Position

Laboratory Optimization Expert

Copan Wasp S.r.l.

The Laboratory Optimization will d be responsible for understanding process improvements associated with COPAN’s lab automation solutions.

The Laboratory Optimization will assist in data collection, analysis, and effectively present, describe and demonstrate Total Laboratory Automation Solutions features, benefits and economic justifications using existing LEAN Workflow tools as well as creating new tools specific to each customer situation to define the value of Copan’s product offerings.

Will work effectively with Copan customer-facing associates. Sales Account Managers, Field Application Specialists, Field Service Engineers, Marketing Team and Distributors

The position requires in depth knowledge of clinical microbiology laboratory operations and basic understanding of lean/six sigma process improvement principals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quickly gain an in-deep knowledge and understanding of Copan’s automation solutions and capabilities and be able to explain the product operations in a clear and concise manner
• Perform on-site Lean Laboratory Assessment to ensure that opportunities are identified
• Assess the laboratory’s workflow, space limitations, equipment, and processes utilizing Lean methodologies including 5S, Value Stream Mapping and 6-Sigma , review and make recommendations involving all aspects of laboratory practices, from pre-analytical, analytical to post analytical.
• Identify the problem areas in clients’ facilities and show how laboratories can benefit from overall improvements gained in sample quality, workflow, turnaround time, and employee satisfaction.
• Propose a new laboratory design incorporating components of WASP and WASPLab and aspects of Lean into the placement of equipment for optimal work flow.
• Develop accurate and comprehensive reports that can be used for capital expenditure justification where the end result will be a modular, robust, and flexible facility that can be reconfigured with minimal structural change to adapt to the changing laboratory market.
• Attend sales meetings, scientific conferences and commercial trade shows as and when requested in support of sales and marketing goals
• Manage administrative duties as assigned: monitoring expenses, timely administrative and call reporting, use and maintenance of Company assets and adhering to OHSA and Universal Lab precautions.

Requirements

• The position requires in depth knowledge of clinical microbiology laboratory operations
• BA / BS in Life Sciences, biological areas, Degree in Medical Technology (MT ASCP) or Biology preferred.
• A working knowledge, exposure, or strong interest in workflow, process mapping, or improvement techniques and tools including 5S, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, 6-Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, set priorities, and achieve work objectives and goals with minimal supervision
• Effective communication and presentation skills Ability to build rapport, establish credibility, and influence others to change
• A strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel is required
• Dynamic approach to presentation at all levels of an organization with the ability to translate concepts into practical application
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and change management skills
• Exceptional computer skills including operation of Microsoft Office

Other information

Gross Annual Salary (RAL): €45,000 - €60,000, depending on the candidate’s experience and skills.