Operations Manager

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 3 billion Euros turnover, 400 laboratories across 44 countries and more than 35.000 staff.

Job Description

Specific assignments will depend on the project but in general, work with Management to define the project scope, timeline, and deliverables

Design of project execution, including personnel assignments, sequencing of tasks, activities

Coordinate activities with designated personnel. Meet with personnel regularly to assist with challenges and update timelines

Report progress to management regularly, and close project with final review and report of final status.

Oversee timely and accurate analysis of samples to meet customer commitments. This includes, but is not limited to, sample preparation for sample analysis, data review and reduction, and providing data interpretations and opinion.

Oversee daily lab operations including: employee leadership, process control, continuous quality improvement, innovation through information technology. Ensure all regulatory procedures pertaining to sample testing are followed correctly.

Responsible for the supervision, organization, and coordination of all technical activities of personnel within the principles of sound scientific endeavors, business economy, and the professional development of subordinate employees.

Manage the technical conduct, quality control, and related record keeping of all analytical evaluations performed.

Provide the necessary planning, organization, direction, and control to meet the goals of the company.

Ensure that all pertinent company health, safety, and environmental programs are adhered to and documentation is maintained.

Establish and maintain professional business relationships with clients, industry officials, and peers.

Assist in the generation of marketing strategies. Create and review literature for marketing new methods and instrument capabilities to clients.

Responsible for the operational success of the laboratory, which includes, but is not limited to: budgeting, making decisions on capital expenses, attending to major client needs, revenue & profit growth, and cost control.

Represent the laboratory in technical meetings.

Participate with the Sales/Marketing team in the preparation and quotation of major technical studies.

Ensure that the laboratory expenses are on track with the annual budget.

Approve laboratory expenses and control the costs of the laboratory within established company guidelines.

Analyze monthly Key Performance Indicators (turn-around time, productivity, etc.).

Verify that company employment policies and procedures are followed correctly.

Perform annual performance reviews for direct reporting personnel. Coordinate and review annual reviews of other lab personnel.

Handle employee relation issues as per company guidelines and with the support of Human Resources.

Coordinate the interaction between the different laboratory departments.

Understand and follow each Quality System document relevant to employment responsibilities, e.g., methods, SOPs, etc. Propose changes to documents and approve documents when required.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Science in Microbiology or similar discipline.

Experience with ISO17025 standards.

Experience in third-party microbiology labs.

Minimum 3 years experience in lab setting in order to aid in setting up the lab methods and attaining needed accreditations.

Additional Information

Position is Full-Time, various shifts, with additional hours as needed. People living within commuting distance of Clayton, NC are encouraged to apply.

What we Offer:

Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.