Laboratory Supervisor
EurofinsCompany Description Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure.We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more. 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 Profe…