Sample Control Group Lead, Eurofins Environment Testing

Eurofins•Earth City, MO

2h•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Control Group Lead provides hands-on leadership for daily Sample Control department operations while also performing sample control duties and guiding the team. The role manages environmental sample receipt, verification, login, storage, tracking, and disposition; bottle kit coordination; regulatory and quality requirements; and communication of operational performance to laboratory management. The position is full-time, year-round, and based within commuting distance of Earth City, Missouri, with a listed schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $18–$24 per hour, depending on experience. The lead coordinates sample distribution and subcontracted sample shipments, monitors inventory and related budget documentation, and prepares turnaround-time and other performance reports. The role provides day-to-day direction and accountability for Sample Control personnel, supports their training and development, and participates in compliance, quality, and Environmental Health & Safety programs. The lead also serves as the department’s primary liaison during audits and leads continuous improvement efforts to support operational efficiency, data quality, regulatory compliance, and customer service.

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 organizational and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks and coordinate multiple priorities.
Versatility and flexibility when dealing with people.
Ability to synthesize and retain information.
Computer skills.
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 the ability to read, write, and speak English.
Must live within a commutable distance of Earth City, Missouri.

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).
Ensure proper sample labeling, chain-of-custody management, and custody throughout the laboratory workflow.
Coordinate sample distribution to laboratory personnel in support of analytical operations and turnaround-time objectives.
Oversee preparation and distribution of sample containers, bottle kits, and related client sampling materials.
Manage sample storage and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements, laboratory certifications, and 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 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 and direction to Sample Control personnel, including work assignment, performance monitoring, and follow-up on delegated responsibilities.
Support employee development through training coordination and documentation, coaching, and performance management activities, including annual 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; 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.