Lab Operations Specialist - Sample Management/ Group Leader

  • Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, 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 with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

  • Start your career supporting manufacturing & laboratory operations to develop and produce medicines that contribute to healthier and safer lives
  • Work as a team across a laboratory and manufacturing setting by performing receipt of samples and their processing and distribution to QC laboratories.
  • Ensure supplies are prepared, organized, and stocked to support operations
  • Opportunity to provide on the job training and day-to-day guidance to other staff under supervision.
  • Assisting laboratory analytical personnel as required.
  • Follow all procedures and keep detailed records and ensure accurate and legible documentation
  • Performs the following responsibilities but not limited to:

VV In-Process & Stability Dedicated Personnel

    • Completing and submitting Sample Submission Forms
    • Completing and submitting Packing Lists
    • Scheduling Shipments
    • Weekly CTL Meeting for TAT follow-up and testing delays/excursions/external lab events
    • Escalations to QC lead/Supervisor
    • Physical transfer of samples from QC custody to Shipping team
    • LIMS Location maintenance for shipped samples
    • Entering results in LIMS
    • Authorization of LIMS Results
    • Notification of CoA receipt
    • Pagination of CoAs

Group Leader responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations.  Ensure cross training initiative are in place and followed. 
  • Lead by example.  Demonstrate by words and actions what it is to be a successful ELLI PSS employee.  Demonstrate willing to do what is necessary for the program to be successful.  Demonstrate through word and actions that we are part of the team. 
  • Foster morale and teamwork.  Ensure the reward and recognition programs are utilized to the fullest.  Ensure systems are implemented at the site to foster team morale.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective, trusting work and customer relationships.  Build loyal customer relationships.  Meet with Client’s on a regular basis.
  • Self-starter, able to prioritize work and work efficiently with minimal supervision. 
  • Lead team, schedule, and train employees in client environment
  • Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
  • Ensure coverage and performance
  • Foster morale and teamwork

Qualifications

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

  • Good communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • Ability to learn procedures and to use a computer for communication, training, and record tracking
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
  • Ability to wear safety and protective gear including scrubs, lab coat, respirator, safety glasses, gloves, protective shoes in a manufacturing environmental
  • Ability to work with the physical demands of the position which include:
  1. ​Standing/walking for several hours at a time
  2. Carry, lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds regularly
  3. Climbing ladders or stairwells several times a day 
  4. Bending or kneeling several times a day
  5. Overhead reaching   
  6. Repetitive use of arms/wrists/hands while setting up equipment and processing

 

Additional Information

 

Position is Monday- Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm. Overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Houston, TX are encouraged to apply. 

  • 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
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  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

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

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