Lab Operations Supervisor

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A global analytical testing services provider in Rensselaer, NY is seeking a Lab Operations Supervisor to oversee daily laboratory activities and guide team members in achieving performance goals. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field and a minimum of 3 years of management experience in a lab setting, preferably within a GMP environment. This full-time role requires leadership skills and strategic oversight to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading teams in a technical or laboratory setting.
• At least 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience in a GMP environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct laboratory investigations and prepare reports.
• Manage the training program for laboratory staff.

Skills

Team leadership

GMP familiarity

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

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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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 47,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Lab Operations Supervisor is a key role in supporting both laboratory operations and team leadership within a technical environment. The role involves overseeing daily lab activities, ensuring compliance and quality standards, and guiding team members to meet performance goals. It requires a balance of hands-on technical work and strategic leadership to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Laboratory Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the training program for laboratory staff.
• Conduct laboratory investigations and prepare reports.
• Perform environmental monitoring and collect samples (e.g., compressed gas, water) to support departmental needs.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and calibration schedules.
• Review and verify laboratory data through peer review.
• Utilize the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for tracking samples, test results, and reporting metrics.
• Maintain the microbiological productivity database and generate monthly metrics reports.
• Conduct acceptance testing of commercially prepared microbiological culture media, as needed.
• Perform microbial identification procedures when required.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead direct reports, group leaders, and their teams in technical environments such as laboratories or manufacturing facilities.
• Promote and embody the company’s vision and values.
• Oversee scheduling, task allocation, and the onboarding process for new hires.
• Manage overtime and weekend work schedules as needed.
• Develop and implement team-building strategies and initiatives.
• Apply Lean principles to drive operational excellence.
• Supervise daily operations of the Quality Control (QC) analyst team.
• Coach, mentor, and support group leaders while monitoring team productivity.
• Assist in the professional development of group leaders.
• Coordinate and participate in interviews for new hires.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading dynamic teams in a technical or laboratory setting
• At least 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience; GMP environment preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  
  

Additional Information

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

• 10-15 Minute Phone Interview with Region Recruiter
• 45-60 Minute Virtual Interview with Manager
• 60 Minute Onsite Meeting with the Team

Additional Details:

This is a full-time, onsite position based on a second shift schedule (Monday through Friday, 2 pm- 10:30 pm), with occasional weekends and overtime required as needed. Candidates located within a commutable distance to Rensselaer, NY, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Hourly pay ranges from $35 to $38, based on education and relevant experience.
  • 10% shift differential

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services (PSS) is a global, award-winning insourcing solution that places our people at our clients’ sites, dedicated to running and managing laboratory services while eliminating headcount, co-employment, and project-management worries.

We infuse our 55-year track record of scientific and laboratory operations expertise, as well as HR, and a great place to work best practices, to recruit, hire, train, and manage highly qualified scientists to perform laboratory services using our clients’ quality systems and equipment.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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