Microbiology Lab Supervisor

About the role

The Laboratory 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
• Perform timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments
• Execute a work stoppage in case of quality issues
• Work with supervisor to restart work after a stoppage
• Use appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed standards, regulations, and company requirements
• Promote the company image through ethical business practices
• Follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, and Test Methods
• Perform microbiological testing on client samples using appropriate instruments and techniques
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor repairs
• Coordinate major instrument repairs and maintain equipment in good working order
• Review and evaluate test data for technical accuracy and compliance with SOPs and test methods
• Investigate and implement corrective actions for non-conformances
• Train and document the training of assigned technical staff on test methods, formal SOPs, regulations, and laboratory policies/procedures
• Review personnel performance and provide written reviews to the Business Unit Manager
• Remain current on technical, industry, and business advancements
• Respond to client queries and needs in a safe and efficient manner

Requirements

• High school diploma plus 5+ years of laboratory experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a related field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2+ years of laboratory experience preferred
• Experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, computer operations, mathematics, and technical/business writing

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays