Senior Lab Supervisor: Lead Lab Operations & Quality

Quest Diagnostics; United States; On-site; USD 88,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

Annual incentive plan

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Sr. Lab Supervisor in Gaithersburg, MD, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role oversees scheduling and supervision of lab personnel across multiple functions and shifts, ensuring high-quality specimens and accurate test results.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree (BS MT) and five+ years in a laboratory environment. The salary range is $88,100–$158,500 yearly, with potential annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in a laboratory environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree BS MT (Required).

Responsibilities

• Motivate team to attain organizational goals by effectively utilizing the initiatives from the Operating Model in increasing both efficiency and productivity; Commitment to continuous improvement through empowerment and management data.
• Manage the performance and behavior of staff in a positive and effective manner. Utilize the company’s performance management tools to promote positive and professional behavior.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems; keeps management informed of emerging issues and concerns.
• Responsible for the distribution and assignment of work to staff.
• Performs advanced/specialized tests and other related laboratory techniques. Re-evaluates methodology, making recommendations for changes and test interpretation. Determine if further testing is warranted to be performed on samples, or if test should be repeated.
• Reviews and approves all specialized and problem reports for accuracy.
• Initiates quality-control measures and monitors quality of work for adherence to laboratory standards.
• Responsible for preparing written correspondence related to performance management, PD&R’s, etc.
• Completes special projects as requested, e. g., surveys, statistical reports, studies, research, etc.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the technical skills needed within the department(s). Reviews procedures and message codes, recommending changes where necessary.
• Assist with resolving problems for critical accounts
• Performs duties of technologist as necessitated by absence or peak workload.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree BS MT (Required)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Sr. Lab Supervisor in Gaithersburg, MD, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role oversees scheduling and supervision of lab personnel across multiple functions and shifts, ensuring high-quality specimens and accurate test results.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree (BS MT) and five+ years in a laboratory environment. The salary range is $88,100–$158,500 yearly, with potential annual bonus.