Sample Control Group Lead, Eurofins Environment Testing

Eurofins•Earth City, MO

2d•$18 - $24

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 the receipt, login, storage, tracking, and disposition of client samples; coordinates bottle kit orders; 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 role working Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $18–$24 per hour, depending on experience. The position supports environmental laboratory operations by coordinating sample processing and custody, supplies, inventory, and subcontracted sample shipments. It provides day-to-day direction and accountability for Sample Control personnel, supports employee training and performance management, and serves as the department's liaison during audits. The lead also participates in quality, compliance, and Environmental Health & Safety programs and leads continuous improvement efforts.

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 SOPs, and foster team engagement and accountability.
Effective communication skills and ability to relate well to people in direct communication.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and able to coordinate multiple priorities.
Versatility and flexibility in dealing with people.
Ability to synthesize and retain information.
Computer skills; authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
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.
Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.

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) to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Ensure proper labeling, chain-of-custody management, and sample custody throughout the laboratory workflow.
Coordinate sample distribution 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 appropriate documentation and chain-of-custody compliance.
Monitor departmental inventory, maintain budget-related documentation, and coordinate ordering of supplies and materials.
Prepare and communicate department 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, direction, 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 activities, including annual performance evaluations.
Maintain systems and processes to monitor sample holding times and meet regulatory commitments.
Oversee movement of samples from storage through final disposition in compliance 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 by facilitating walkthroughs, explaining sample control processes, and supporting 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.