Microbiology Operations Manager

About the Company

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries, offering a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods.

About the Role

Responsible for all activities in the microbiology laboratory, working closely with the Site Director, Microbiology staff, Quality Manager, Business Development, and customers. This role is a member of the Quality Committee and can act as a Business Unit Leader or Quality Manager in their absence. Ensures compliance of testing within the microbiology laboratory with cGMP, ISO 17025, and company quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational leadership and support through effective planning, execution, management of personnel, and available resources.
• Motivates staff to perform at high levels, ensuring engaged employees, satisfied clients, and efficient, quality-driven processes.
• Assists the Business Unit Manager in managing daily operations of the microbiology laboratory, including scheduling, supervising, instructing, monitoring, and assisting in the performance of manual and instrumental analyses.
• Develops and maintains production schedules, ensuring on-time completion and delivery of reports and data packages into QA.
• Acts as a subject matter expert, assisting customers with understanding regulatory guidelines, test results, technical support, and the appropriateness of specific tests, including advantages and limitations of test procedures.
• Drives productivity through effective communication of company goals and supports staff in achieving expectations by appraising performance and giving continuous feedback.
• Plans and oversees development of new laboratory technologies and test methods.
• Ensures continuous development and training of staff.
• Ensures the facility, instrumentation, and equipment are well maintained and in good working order.
• Ensures implementation of the laboratory Quality Management System and its compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
• Handles client and employee requests and concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Performs laboratory testing when necessary.
• Evaluates resumes, interviews potential employees, and hires new personnel.
• Assists in writing regulatory documents relating to the Quality Management System and regulatory agencies such as ISO, AAMI, USP, and FDA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a testing laboratory, with preference given to candidates with supervisory experience.
• Good knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 17025 and cGMP.
• Detailed understanding of microbiological sciences related to pharmaceutical and medical device testing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Responsive problem solver and action-oriented.

Internal contact includes daily interaction with all personnel and regular contact with management. External contact may include infrequent interaction with clients and vendors.

Benefits

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

Pay

$95,000–105,000

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within commutable distance to North Brunswick Township, NJ are encouraged to apply.