Lab Operations Supervisor

Eurofins Scientific • Rensselaer, NY

68d • $35 - $38

About The Position

Eurofins is seeking a Lab Operations Supervisor to join our Microbiology team to lead and support second-shift lab operations in a dynamic, GMP-regulated environment. This role blends hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement across microbiology workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of hands-on lab experience, ideally in a GMP-regulated setting
• 3+ years of leadership experience in technical or laboratory environments
• Strong understanding of lab operations, compliance, and workflow optimization
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily microbiology lab activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration schedules, and environmental monitoring
• Manage sample tracking and reporting using LIMS and internal databases
• Review lab data and reports for accuracy and completeness
• Support microbial identification and media acceptance testing as needed
• Lead and mentor Microbiology Support Analysts, group leaders, and technical staff
• Oversee scheduling, task assignments, and onboarding for new hires
• Manage overtime and weekend coverage as needed
• Promote team development through coaching, feedback, and performance management
• Apply Lean principles to optimize workflows and drive operational excellence
• Participate in hiring and interview processes

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees