Microbiology Lab Supervisor

About the role

The Microbiology Lab Supervisor at Eurofins Scientific is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the microbiology department, ensuring timely and accurate analysis of samples, and promoting the company’s vision and image.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Absenteeism and punctuality
• Scheduling, supervising, instructing, monitoring, and assisting in the performance of manual and instrumental analyses
• Timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments
• Has authority to execute a work stoppage in the event of a quality issue
• Use appropriate quality measures to perform assigned tasks
• Promote the company image through sound and ethical business practices
• Follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities
• Perform microbiological testing on client samples using appropriate instruments and techniques
• Troubleshoot equipment/instruments utilized and perform 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 maintained in good working order
• Maintain a neat and accurate record system; keep accurate records of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control results
• Aid laboratory staff in ensuring analytical work is 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
• 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
• 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
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner

Requirements

• HS diploma plus 5+ years’ laboratory experience
• 2+ years' supervisory experience in related field

Qualifications

• BS Degree plus 2+ years’ laboratory experience preferred
• Experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, computer operations, mathematics, and technical/business writing preferred

Benefits

• 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