Laboratory Supervisor - Microbiology

Eurofins; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor in Des Moines, IA to lead the microbiology department and ensure quality testing for client samples. The role includes supervising staff, coordinating instrumentation, and upholding SOPs.

You will manage daily workflows, review data for accuracy, and promote a safe, compliant laboratory environment in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• BS degree and 2–3 years of laboratory experience.
• Experience in supervising laboratory personnel.
• Strong data analysis, writing, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with quality systems and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the microbiology department.
• Schedule, supervise, and train staff on manual and instrumental analyses.
• Ensure timely and accurate sample analysis to meet customer commitments.
• Maintain quality systems, SOPs, and test methods.
• Coordinate instrument maintenance and repairs.
• Review data for technical accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Laboratory supervision

Quality systems

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

BS Degree in related field

Tools

eLIMS

Job description

• Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
• The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
• 800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 41 countries.
• Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
• Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Assist the Business Unit Manager in managing daily operations of the microbiology department including scheduling, supervising, instructing, monitoring, and assisting in the performance of manual and instrumental analyses
• Perform timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments. This includes, but is not limited to, sample preparation for analysis, sample analyses, data review and reduction, and providing data interpretation and opinions
• Has authority to execute a work stoppage in the event of a quality issue that would require the lab to stop operations until investigation gives assurance that work can begin
• Work with direct supervisor or director to commence work as a result of a work stoppage
• Use appropriate quality measures, which meet or exceed the standards, set by, government regulations, and company requirements, when performing assigned tasks.
• Promote the company image through the exercising sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers
• Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs), and Test Methods
• Perform microbiological testing on client samples using appropriate instruments and techniques as workload requires
• Troubleshoot equipment/instruments utilized and performs minor repairs
• Coordinate major instrument repairs with repair person(s) and local quality representative
• Establish and implement procedures to ensure that assigned equipment is properly cleaned, calibrated/standardized, and adequate for the testing performed and is maintained in good working order. This includes maintaining equipment operating instructions, manuals, and required logbooks
• Ensures all regulatory procedures pertaining to sample testing are followed correctly, if they are in normal course of work
• Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keeps accurate records of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control results
• Assist laboratory staff in making sure that analytical work done under quality system requirements
• Review and evaluate test data generated within assigned area of responsibility for technical accuracy, as well as SOP and test method compliance. Perform and provide basic evaluation of statistical tests to determine the quality accuracy of data and report values
• Investigate to determine the cause of non-conformances that are identified, determine and implement corrective action; and follow-up to ensure that the corrective action resolved the problem
• Review and validate technical data to ensure ready to report
• Review applications, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions for the position reporting to this position
• Train and document the training of assigned technical staff on test methods, formal SOPs, regulations, and laboratory policies/procedures applicable to area of responsibility
• Review annually the performance of personnel that report directly to this position and provide written reviews to the Business Unit Manager for approval
• Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements and trends as suggested by the Business Unit Manager
• Maintain a perpetual state of readiness and willingness to respond to the queries and needs of clients, staff, and coworkers; assures that clients are kept informed and their needs are met
• Adhere to all pertinent company health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

• BS Degree plus 2-3 years’ laboratory experience
• Experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, computeroperations, mathematics, and technical/business writing.
• 2-3 years supervisory experience in related field.
• Must be able to organize and lead laboratory personnel in a manner that reflects corporate goals and objectives and schedule workflow so as to optimize laboratory productivity and client satisfaction in a cost effective manner.

Additional Information

Attention to detail,Complete work in timely manner, Work in team focused environment,Works well independently as well as part of a group,Punctual,Willing to work overtime,Leadership ability

Objective

Proficient in use of eLIMS (Laboratory Information ManagementSystem)

Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Des Moines, IA are encouraged to apply.

• 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

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsive problem solver and action oriented

N/A

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmatifaction action employer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob.

The employee is required to stand; walk; and use hands to find, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls, and some repetitive motion. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by thisjobinclude close vision and distance vision.

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