Lab Operations Supervisor – Process Excellence & People Leadership

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona, part of Sonora Quest Laboratories, seeks an experienced supervisor to oversee a lab section. You will hire, train, and supervise 10 to 40 staff, manage workflow, and drive Six Sigma/Lean initiatives while ensuring CAP, CMS, AABB, CLIA, and OSHA compliance.

The role requires a bachelors in a lab science field and 4 years in high-complexity testing, with MLS certification preferred and supervisory experience valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Four (4) years’ training and experience in high-complexity testing in the respective specialty.
• MLS or Specialty Certification preferred.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and evaluate staff; supervise workflow and day-to-day operations.
• Schedule labor and resources within budget; input for department budget.
• Ensure accreditation and licensing compliance (CAP, CMS, AABB, CLIA, FDA, OSHA).
• Plan and coordinate improvement initiatives to maximize service quality and efficiency.
• Communicate information within the organization and to partner entities.

Skills

Leadership

Six Sigma

Lean

Staff supervision

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical/physical/biological/clinical laboratory science or medical technology

MLS or Specialty Certification

Job description

Laboratory Sciences of Arizona, part of Sonora Quest Laboratories, seeks an experienced supervisor to oversee a lab section. You will hire, train, and supervise 10 to 40 staff, manage workflow, and drive Six Sigma/Lean initiatives while ensuring CAP, CMS, AABB, CLIA, and OSHA compliance.

The role requires a bachelors in a lab science field and 4 years in high-complexity testing, with MLS certification preferred and supervisory experience valued.