Lead Lab Technician (Overnight)

Antech Diagnostics•Englewood, CO

About The Position

The Lead Laboratory Technician oversees day-to-day activities in an animal diagnostic reference laboratory, including laboratory analyses and tests. The role supervises staff, assigns work, monitors activities, and evaluates results. It also organizes lab work and staffing to keep work on schedule and maintain customer satisfaction; resolves escalated issues; supports staff coaching, employment actions, training, and development; and contributes input on department policies and procedures. The Lead Laboratory Technician coordinates with laboratory supervisors, managers, related departments, internal personnel, and vendors to resolve issues and maintain equipment and technical resources. The role oversees result entry and release, preparation and packing of send-outs to the main lab, workflow and production goals, supply levels, and quality-control protocol reviews. The position operates in a laboratory environment where biohazards and potentially hazardous chemicals may be present; mandatory PPE mitigates biohazard exposure. Extended hours may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Laboratory skills and experience.
General science background.
Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate information clearly and exchange accurate information.
Personal computer skills, strong typing ability, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Proficiency in English sufficient to participate in team meetings, enter data accurately into company systems, and understand written directions.
Ability to remain stationary for up to two hours.
Ability to operate a computer and other laboratory equipment accurately and efficiently.
Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch occasionally.
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform heavy microscopic work and observe details at close range.
Ability to work in a laboratory environment with potential biohazards, using mandatory PPE, and potential exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease and potentially hazardous chemicals.
Ability to work under close to moderate supervision.
Weekend coverage is required; specific days worked may vary based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

A two- or four-year degree in a science-related field, or at least one year of clinical laboratory experience.
Prior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day laboratory analyses and testing activities.
Supervise staff, assign work, and monitor activities.
Resolve escalated issues.
Administer employment actions, coach and guide staff, and promote staff training and development.
Provide input to department policies and procedures.
Plan and organize laboratory work, ensure adequate staffing and resources, and maintain schedules to support customer satisfaction.
Communicate and coordinate with related departments, laboratory supervisors, and managers to coordinate work and resolve issues.
Contribute to maintenance of diagnostic equipment and other technical resources.
Coordinate with internal personnel, vendors, and others to resolve issues and maintain ongoing functionality.
Train on and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
Oversee entry and release of results.
Oversee building and packing of send-outs to the main lab.
Train staff on workflow and production goals.
Order and maintain an appropriate level of supplies.
Review Quality Control Protocols.
Provide feedback regarding staff performance to leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Act with integrity, uphold organizational values and standards, ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns or policy and ethics violations.