Microbiology Operations Supervisor ( 2nd Shift Mon-Fri)

This position plays a key role in supporting both laboratory operations and team leadership within a technical environment. The role involves overseeing daily lab activities, ensuring compliance and quality standards, and guiding team members to meet performance goals. It requires a balance of hands-on technical work and strategic leadership to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Laboratory Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the training program for laboratory staff.

• Conduct laboratory investigations and prepare reports.

• Perform environmental monitoring and collect samples (e.g., compressed gas, water) to support departmental needs.

• Coordinate equipment maintenance and calibration schedules.

• Review and verify laboratory data through peer review.

• Utilize the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for tracking samples, test results, and reporting metrics.

• Maintain the microbiological productivity database and generate monthly metrics reports.

• Conduct acceptance testing of commercially prepared microbiological culture media, as needed.

• Perform microbial identification procedures when required.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead direct reports, group leaders, and their teams in technical environments such as laboratories or manufacturing facilities.

• Promote and embody the company’s vision and values.

• Oversee scheduling, task allocation, and the onboarding process for new hires.

• Manage overtime and weekend work schedules as needed.

• Develop and implement team-building strategies and initiatives.

• Apply Lean principles to drive operational excellence.

• Supervise daily operations of the Quality Control (QC) analyst team.

• Coach, mentor, and support group leaders while monitoring team productivity.

• Assist in the professional development of group leaders.

• Coordinate and participate in interviews for new hires.