Laboratory Supervisor

Job Description

The Laboratory Supervisor oversees daily laboratory operations involving the analysis of bulk asbestos-containing materials by polarized light microscopy (PLM), mold spore identification and additional supportive tests related to industrial hygiene and indoor air quality.  This position requires focus on laboratory best practices, company SOPs, quality assurance considerations; along with accurate and timely reporting of analytical results.  The supervisor, while actively involved in production, also supports analyst training, scheduling and maintains critical documentation for the laboratory.  Collaboration with team members including management, staff, sales personnel and customer service representatives is essential to the position and mutually supported by individuals in these roles. A safe, efficient and scientifically sound laboratory environment must be promoted by the lab supervisor in order to meet expectations of customers, the company and regulating agencies. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily analytical operations ensuring timely and accurate reporting of sample results.
• Conduct analysis of asbestos and mold samples.
• Supervise, train, schedule and evaluate laboratory staff to maintain high technical competency, efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate workload from initial sample receipt to final reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards promulgated by EPA, AIHA, NVLAP, EPA and OSHA as applicable to services offered by the location.
• Implement QA/QC practices mandated by the quality assurance program including performance with documentation of calibrations, verifications, equipment maintenance and root cause/corrective action investigation when necessary.
• Troubleshoot analytical, methodological and instrumentation issues to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations while maintaining documentation
• Support laboratory staff in each aspect of operations.  This includes training, scheduling and sharing priorities with the team
• Manage inventory, procurement and maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with management to reach established goals, improve processes and promote business growth. 
• Share and enforce laboratory safety protocols for a safe work environment.
• Perform other supervisory, technical and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor Degree within a scientific field. 
• 3 years of experience within a commercial testing laboratory. 
• Candidates with a background in analytical microscopy are preferred for this role.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in English

Ability and/or Skills:

• Proficiency in environmental testing methodologies and analytical protocols
• Comprehensive understanding of applicable regulatory requirements and compliance standards
• Advanced competency in analytical laboratory techniques and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory quality assurance (QA) requirements and standards
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer systems, spreadsheet applications, and laboratory database management

Additional Information

• Position will be a Full Time position, Monday- Friday with flexiblity on the 1st shift hours. 
• Position will be onsite at the New Orleans lab site. 

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

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Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

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We do not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. we offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.