Sample Control Group Lead, Eurofins Environment Testing

Eurofins USA•Earth City, MO

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Control 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 full-time, year-round, based within commuting distance of Earth City, Missouri, and works the first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $18–$24 per hour, depending on experience. The role requires frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and may require overtime to meet work needs. The Sample Control Lead directs and supports Sample Control personnel, assigns and monitors work, and supports employee training, coaching, and performance management. The role maintains processes for sample custody, holding times, storage, shipment, and final disposition in accordance with laboratory procedures, regulations, certifications, and accreditation requirements. It also serves as the department’s primary liaison during audits and leads continuous improvement initiatives. The position is with Eurofins Environment Testing, which provides environmental testing services through a network of laboratories and service centers. Eurofins describes sustainability as a company commitment and offers full-time benefits including medical coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options. The company does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

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.
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; professional working proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Ability to perform basic math, including multiplication, division, and algebra.
Ability to work independently and within time constraints.
Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work overtime as necessary to meet work needs.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory management experience.
Experience with LIMS software.

Responsibilities

Oversee the receipt, verification, login, and tracking of environmental samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Ensure proper labeling, chain-of-custody management, and sample custody throughout the laboratory workflow.
Coordinate sample distribution to laboratory personnel to support 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 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 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 (EH&S) programs and meetings.
Provide day-to-day leadership and direction 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 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 federal, state, and local regulations and applicable 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.