Microbiology Lab Operations Lead | Quality & Growth

Eurofins US Network; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins US Network in Grand Island, NE seeks a Laboratory Operations Manager to lead and supervise microbiology laboratory staff, ensuring quality, ISO compliance, and timely testing. You will partner with the Business Unit Manager to drive performance and safety standards while maintaining accurate records and reports.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, 3–5 years of supervisory laboratory experience, and hands-on expertise with PCR, ELISA, and pathogen confirmation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline; 3–5 years of supervisory lab experience.
• Hands-on laboratory skills with PCR/ELISA and culture confirmation of key pathogens.
• Strong leadership, communication, and ability to meet ISO requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise laboratory personnel to meet targets.
• Conduct interviews and oversee onboarding for staff.
• Deliver coaching, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Maintain quality, safety, and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Prepare laboratory reports and ensure accurate recordkeeping.

Skills

Hands-on lab

Data analysis

Lab writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

PCR

ELISA

Cultural confirmation (Salmonella/Listeria/E. coli)

Job description

Eurofins US Network in Grand Island, NE seeks a Laboratory Operations Manager to lead and supervise microbiology laboratory staff, ensuring quality, ISO compliance, and timely testing. You will partner with the Business Unit Manager to drive performance and safety standards while maintaining accurate records and reports.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, 3–5 years of supervisory laboratory experience, and hands-on expertise with PCR, ELISA, and pathogen confirmation