Sample Control Group Lead, Eurofins Environment Testing

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•Earth City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Control Group Lead provides hands-on leadership for the daily operations of the Sample Control department, performing sample control functions while guiding and supporting the team. The role oversees receipt, login, storage, tracking, and disposition of client samples; coordinates bottle kit orders and subcontracted sample shipments; maintains regulatory and quality requirements; and communicates operational performance to laboratory management. The position is based within a commutable distance of Earth City, Missouri, and is a full-time, year-round position on the stated 8:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. shift, Monday through Friday. Compensation is $18–$24 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma with demonstrated leadership experience, an associate degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant environmental laboratory experience.
Demonstrated experience leading teams while performing day-to-day operational responsibilities in a production or laboratory environment.
Ability to lead through change, ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, and foster team engagement and accountability.
Effective communication skills and ability to relate well to people in direct communication.
Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks and coordinate multiple priorities.
Versatility and flexibility in dealing with people.
Ability to synthesize and retain information.
Ability to perform basic math, including multiplication, division, and algebra.
Ability to work independently and within time constraints.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Willingness to work overtime as necessary to meet work needs.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Professional working proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory management experience.
Experience with LIMS software.

Responsibilities

Oversee receipt, verification, login, and tracking of environmental samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for timely and accurate processing.
Ensure proper sample labeling, chain-of-custody management, and custody throughout the laboratory workflow.
Coordinate distribution of samples to laboratory personnel to support efficient analytical operations and turnaround-time objectives.
Oversee preparation and distribution of sample containers, bottle kits, and related materials for client sampling events.
Manage sample storage and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements, laboratory certifications, and established holding times.
Coordinate shipment of subcontracted samples to approved laboratory partners and ensure documentation and chain-of-custody compliance.
Monitor departmental inventory, maintain budget-related documentation, and coordinate ordering supplies and materials.
Prepare and communicate departmental performance metrics, including turnaround-time reports, to laboratory leadership.
Participate in laboratory compliance, quality, and Environmental Health & Safety programs and meetings.
Provide day-to-day leadership and accountability for Sample Control personnel, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and following up on delegated responsibilities.
Support employee development through training coordination and documentation, coaching, and performance management, including annual performance evaluations.
Maintain systems and processes for monitoring sample holding times and meeting regulatory commitments.
Oversee sample movement from storage through final disposition in accordance with laboratory procedures and regulatory requirements.
Ensure departmental compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and accreditation and certification standards, including NELAC/TNI requirements.
Serve as the primary departmental liaison during internal, client, regulatory, accreditation, and corporate audits; facilitate walkthroughs, explain processes, and support audit responses and corrective actions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, data quality, regulatory compliance, and customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.