Laboratory Supervisor

Laboratory Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:     Supervise the day-to-day operation of the department to ensure smooth flow of samples and testingOversees the scheduling of staff to ensure production schedules are metCounsels staff with regard to problems encountered in daily operationsWorks with Quality Assurance to resolve client complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, and making recommendations to managementIdentifies process improvements to better meet client expectations and company objectivesRecommends new equipment for the departmentOversees the monitoring of inventory/ordering by establishing and maintaining par levels and re-stocking points for supplies and reagentsServes as a liaison for the department to outside vendorsPerforms duties in compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agenciesSupports VRL Eurofins’ business philosophy, leadership values, and ethicsConduct timely investigations in coordination with Quality Assurance Related to site quality events, including but not limited to customer complaints, inquiries, non-conformances, corrective actions, and audit findings.Performs duties n compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agencies and cGMP expectations, including, but not limited to:  Facility and equipment maintenance, validation review and approval, training (internal, continuing education, proficiency testing, annual GMP, etc.)Meets basic expectations of VRLS’s quality management system, including but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, and accurate recordkeeping so the company may meet its stated quality policy and objectives.The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.