Molecular Supervisor

Streck; La Vista (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No night or weekend shifts

Excellent work life balance

Market competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Streck is seeking a dedicated supervisor to oversee cell line and molecular production activities in our Nebraska facility. The role emphasizes scheduling, inventory management, aseptic processing, and staff leadership to maintain high-quality production aligned with FDA and ISO standards.

The position requires a science-related degree (BS or AS with experience) and prior supervisory experience in a regulated lab. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science related discipline or an Associate degree with applicable experience.
• ISO/FDA environment experience preferred with prior supervisory experience.
• Experience in a BSL-2 laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise processing of cell lines and molecular components according to SOPs and Quality System requirements.
• Demonstrate competency for all processing steps and assist with daily activities.
• Ensure all process documentation is accurate and timely.
• Maintain aseptic procedures to meet sterility requirements.
• Maintain inventories of raw materials and supplies; request purchases as needed.
• Keep a clean, organized, and sanitary work area supporting aseptic technique.
• Report production schedule, procedure, or personnel issues to the Production Manager.
• Contribute to process improvements for cost reduction and efficiency.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring department staff.
• Conduct regular 1-on-1 meetings and annual performance evaluations.
• Schedule and plan all departmental functions, including production schedules and vacations.
• Review and revise departmental documents to ensure adherence to FDA & ISO Quality Systems.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve production problems and meet schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lab management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science related discipline

Associate degree with applicable experience

Tools

Laboratory safety procedures

Job description

About Streck

Streck is a Nebraska-based manufacturing company that makes a global impact by developing and distributing to labs worldwide. Our products provide confidence for accurate health care testing! Our passions and priorities are focused on taking care of our customers, employees, and giving back to our community. Streck has jobs for every stage of your career. If you are a dependable, hard-working, and team-oriented individual who values meaningful work, Streck is looking for you to join our community of passionate people on a mission!

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the overall supervision of cell line and molecular activities. Primary duties include scheduling and planning departmental functions, supervising the manufacture of components, maintaining adequate inventory of raw and in-process material, communicating production issues, training personnel, and ensuring strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures. This position is also responsible for performing other duties as assigned by management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

1. Supervise processing of cell lines and molecular components, ensuring that all are manufactured according to Standard Operating Processes and maintain Quality System Requirement.
2. Demonstrate competency for all processing steps and procedures performed in the laboratory. Assist with completion of all daily activities and assume duties of Technicians in their absence if necessary.
3. Ensure all process documentation is accurate, legible, and completed in a timely manner.
4. Maintain proper aseptic procedures to ensure sterility requirements are met.
5. Maintain adequate inventories of raw materials and supplies to meet production. Request purchases of materials, disposable lab ware, small equipment, and general supplies as needed.
6. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Ensure a sanitary environment by enforcing strict adherence to aseptic technique and the disinfection program.
7. Report any production schedule, procedure or process in question, or personnel issues to the Production Manager.
8. Provide input on department process improvement through identification and introduction of ideas associated with cost reduction, equipment improvements and labor-saving opportunities.
9. Be an active participant in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring department employees.
10. Conduct regular 1-on-1 meetings and annual performance evaluations for all employees to motivate, correct, and clearly define career paths.
11. Schedule and plan all departmental functions including production schedules, department personnel vacations/sick leave/overtime, employee responsibilities, and meetings to discuss production problems or new products.
12. Review and revise departmental documents to ensure procedures and work instructions are clearly defined and insure adherence to FDA & ISO Quality Systems
13. Interface with other departments involved in production when necessary for the purposes of communication and working towards solutions to production problems, labor management, and meeting all production schedules.
14. Other duties as assigned by Management.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a science related discipline, or an Associate degree with applicable experience.
• Experience in an ISO/FDA environment with prior Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a BSL-2 laboratory preferred.
• Must be dependable, well organized, possess good interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate effectively and efficiently, both orally and in writing.

Streck Offerings

• A challenging, safe and rewarding work environment
• No night or weekend shifts
• Excellent work life balance
• Market competitive pay
• Comprehensive and inclusive benefits
• Great team environment
• On and off campus career development opportunities

Streck is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Individuals with Disabilities & Protected Veterans/Affirmative Action employer and forbids discrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, gender stereotyping and caregiver status), sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.