Environmental Lab Manager: QA, Compliance & Growth Leader

Mid-Atlantic Environmental Laborato; Delaware; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Atlantic Environmental Laboratories, Inc. in New Castle, Delaware, seeks an experienced Environmental Lab Manager to lead and grow our facility.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, optimize workflow to meet TAT, and supervise staff while applying expertise in soil, water, and oil analyses. You will also own the Quality Assurance Program, oversee QC data and audits, and drive continuous improvement across laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Biology or Chemistry or a related field.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
• 3–5 years of management experience.
• 5–10 years analytical experience or related technical field.
• Familiarity with accreditation and the audit process for NJ DEP (desired).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer relations and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to develop, implement, and enforce policies and operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ensure compliance of laboratory operations.
• Maintain and adjust workflow to meet turnaround times (TAT).
• Oversee the QA program, QC samples, data integrity, and audits.
• Supervise staff and manage contractual negotiations as needed.
• Develop and enforce policies and operating practices.

Skills

Lab operations familiarity

Quality assurance

Customer relations

Policy enforcement

Policy development

Leadership

Decision making

Problem solving

Strong communication

Organization

Education

BS/BA Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Mid-Atlantic Environmental Laboratories, Inc. in New Castle, Delaware, seeks an experienced Environmental Lab Manager to lead and grow our facility.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, optimize workflow to meet TAT, and supervise staff while applying expertise in soil, water, and oil analyses. You will also own the Quality Assurance Program, oversee QC data and audits, and drive continuous improvement across laboratory operations.