Lab Operations Lead - Onsite Cambridge

Avantor; Cambridge (MA); Presencial; USD 73.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health & Wellness ComprehensiveMedical

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Company-paid holidays

FSA/HSA

Commuter benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition assistance

Discount

Descripción de la vacante

Avantor in Cambridge, MA seeks a Lab Operations Supervisor to lead a GLS team and oversee critical lab support services. You will manage inventory, procurement, and lab workflows to keep research operations running smoothly, while ensuring safety and compliance across the site.

The role requires 3+ years in lab operations with supervisory experience, knowledge of cryogenic and gas handling, and a demonstrated ability to drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits apply.

Formación

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in laboratory operations, facilities, or scientific support services, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of lab consumables, sterilization processes, and safe handling of cryogenic and compressed gases.
• Proven ability to manage inventory systems and coordinate multiple service workflows.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of 10 GLS associates, fostering safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, and distribution of general lab consumables to ensure uninterrupted research operations.
• Manage glass wash and autoclaving services, ensuring labware is cleaned, sterilized, and returned on schedule.
• Coordinate safe handling, storage, and replenishment of liquid nitrogen (LN2) tanks, ensuring safety protocols.
• Oversee compressed gas cylinder management including ordering, delivery, storage, and return.
• Maintain accurate inventory, usage, and service schedules using digital tracking systems.
• Collaborate with SHE teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Lab operations

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Process improvement

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or technical certification

Descripción del empleo

Avantor in Cambridge, MA seeks a Lab Operations Supervisor to lead a GLS team and oversee critical lab support services. You will manage inventory, procurement, and lab workflows to keep research operations running smoothly, while ensuring safety and compliance across the site.

The role requires 3+ years in lab operations with supervisory experience, knowledge of cryogenic and gas handling, and a demonstrated ability to drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits apply.