Microbiology Lab Shift Lead: Team Coach & Ops

Deibel Laboratories; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Legal coverage

401(k) with match

Paid training

Job summary

Deibel Laboratories in Madison, WI is seeking a Microbiology Dept Shift Lead to oversee a team of technicians and ensure efficient daily lab operations in our food safety laboratory.

You will lead, coach, and develop staff, coordinate staffing to hit deadlines, and uphold high standards of accuracy and regulatory compliance while working hands-on in a microbiology setting. This role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of team leadership or supervisory experience (lab, food production, or similar)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Positive, hands-on leadership style with a solution-oriented mindset
• Lab or food industry experience is a plus but not required
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support lab technicians on the microbiology floor
• Ensure daily staffing and workflow to meet deadlines
• Reinforce proper lab techniques and retrain on the spot to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Support ongoing development, training, performance, and team accountability
• Handle real-time issues calmly and effectively, maintaining professionalism and service
• Coordinate with Lab Manager and respond to client needs

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Hands-on leadership

Team motivation

Job description

Deibel Laboratories in Madison, WI is seeking a Microbiology Dept Shift Lead to oversee a team of technicians and ensure efficient daily lab operations in our food safety laboratory.

You will lead, coach, and develop staff, coordinate staffing to hit deadlines, and uphold high standards of accuracy and regulatory compliance while working hands-on in a microbiology setting. This role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork.