Lead Lab Technician (Overnight)

ANTAGENE•Sheridan, CO

About The Position

The Lead Laboratory Technician oversees day-to-day activities in an animal diagnostic reference laboratory, including laboratory analyses and testing. The role supervises staff, assigns work, monitors activities, and evaluates results. It also helps plan and organize laboratory work, ensure adequate staffing and resources, maintain schedules and customer satisfaction, and coordinate with related departments and laboratory leadership to resolve issues. The technician supports staff coaching, employment actions, training and development; contributes to department policies and procedures; oversees the entry and release of results and the preparation and packing of send-outs to the main laboratory; reviews quality-control protocols; and orders and maintains appropriate supply levels. The role also helps maintain diagnostic equipment and technical resources, coordinates with internal personnel and vendors to resolve operational issues, and provides staff-performance feedback to leadership. Other duties may be assigned. The position follows a schedule of 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday, with two scheduled days off each week. Weekend coverage is required, and specific days worked may vary based on business needs. Extended hours may be needed. Work takes place in a laboratory where biohazard and chemical exposures are possible; mandatory PPE is used to mitigate biohazard risks. The position works under close to moderate supervision. The target pay is $27.45 per hour. Pay decisions consider job-related skills, experience, education, training, and budget. Antech describes its benefits package as industry competitive, with eligibility based on employment status.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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.
English-language proficiency 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 observe details at close range and perform heavy microscopic work.
Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch occasionally.
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds.

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 activities involving analyses and tests.
Supervise staff, assign work, and monitor activities.
Resolve escalated issues.
Administer employment actions and provide staff coaching, guidance, training, and development.
Provide input on department policies and procedures.
Plan and organize laboratory work, arrange adequate staffing and resources, and keep work on schedule to maintain customer satisfaction.
Coordinate with related departments, laboratory supervisors, and managers to organize work and resolve issues.
Contribute to maintaining department diagnostic equipment and other technical resources.
Coordinate with internal personnel, vendors, and others to resolve issues and maintain functionality.
Train staff on applicable Standard Operating Procedures, workflow, and production goals.
Oversee entry and release of laboratory results.
Oversee preparation and packing of send-outs to the main laboratory.
Order and maintain appropriate supply levels.
Review quality-control protocols.
Provide leadership with feedback regarding staff performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.