2nd shift Laboratory Supervisor

Eurofins Japan Group; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in life sciences is seeking a dedicated Microbiology Department Manager. This full-time role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality control, and leading a team of microbiology professionals. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with industry standards while fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in microbiology testing, operational improvement, and team management. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and quality in its mission to enhance health and sustainability. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of microbiology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in microbiology with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of microbiology methods and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage microbiology department operations and ensure quality control.
• Lead staff hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory standards and conduct audits.

Skills

Microbiology Testing

Operational Improvement

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Job Description

• Manages the day to day operation of the microbiology department to ensure smooth flow of samples and testing
• Provides laboratory operations leadership
• Hires, coaches, reviews, manages, and terminates assigned staff
• Prioritizes daily operational activities
• Ensures all quality control systems are operational and in force in all operations within scope
• Oversees the scheduling of microbiology staff to ensure production schedules are met
• Maintains staffing to achieve workload goals by adjusting personnel to meet peak demands
• Ensures Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) are in place, relevant, and continually evaluated
• Prepares for and facilitates periodic customer or regulatory audits of all laboratories within scope
• Maintains current knowledge of industry standards and regulatory environment
• Reviews and approves SOPs
• Actively participates in strategic planning
• Provides method development leadership and oversight
• Builds and maintains positive client relationships
• Ensures client satisfaction
• Counsels microbiology staff with regard to problems encountered in daily operations
• Oversees the checking and transfer of microbiology data as necessary and takes steps to correct possibly inaccurate data prior to continued processing or release
• Oversees the orientation of new microbiology staff to their responsibilities and the function of the microbiology department
• Conducts timely investigations in coordination with Quality Assurance related to site quality events, including, but not limited to customer complaints, inquiries, non-conformances, corrective actions, and audit findings
• Identifies process improvements to better meet client expectations and company objectives
• Recommends new equipment for the microbiology department
• Oversees the monitoring of inventory/ordering by establishing and maintaining par levels and re-stocking points for microbiology supplies and reagents
• Serves as a liaison for the department to outside vendors
• Assists in capital budgeting and execution
• Understands costs of testing and how to calculate them
• Initiates advances in methodology and/or technology use
• Interface with and represent laboratory operations to local, state, and federal regulators as required from time to time
• Performs duties in compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agencies and cGMP expectations, including but not limited to: Facility and equipment maintenance, validation review and approval, training (internal, continuing education, proficiency testing, annual GMP, etc.)
• Performs annual reviews and creates and maintains job plans
• Executes human resources management functions as required for laboratory staff within scope

Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and techniques used in microbiology testing
• Demonstrated success in improving operational, quality, and safety performance
• Ability to organize, communicate, teach, and work with others in an effective manner
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local standards, regulations, guidelines and requirements affecting operations of a clinical reference laboratory
• Ability to manage and schedule the work of others
• Analytical thinking and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Microbiology
• Minimum 2 years in supervisory experience
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is Full-Time, Tuesday-Saturday, 3:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Candidates currently living in a commutable distance to Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

What we Offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

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Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.