Production Laboratory Extractions - Group Leader

Position Overview:

The Group Leader will oversee the operations of the team in a tobacco facility. They will be responsible for the direct management of the nonleadership employees in the deaprtment and assumes accountability for laboratory sample volume meeting turnaround times and ensuring quality data.

Position Duties:

• Lead a team of approximately 1015 Lab Technicians and Scientists carrying out Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and LiquidLiquid extractions by following methods in an ISO17025 accredited analytical production lab. Contribute at the bench and serve as subject matter expert on extractions.
• Coordinate sample throughput by working closely with the sample receiving smoke and aerosol groups upstream and the analytical groups downstream from the extractions process. Schedule personnel carrying out extractions based on lab capacity.
• Assist with the transition of a methodbased team to a processbased team by assigning duties conducting/overseeing training implementing new process flows and managing change. Engage with personnel and the Eurofins leadership team for a smooth and coordinated effort.
• Meet all productivity metrics (turnaround times ontime delivery capacity utilization etc. and quality metrics (rightfirstpass nonconformances investigations timetoclose of records etc..
• Perform instrument calibration troubleshooting recognize errors identify root causes and maintain excellent working knowledge of laboratory processes and instrumentation. Serve as a method and instrumentation SME. Coach/mentor junior analysts.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Special Projects teams to develop optimize validate and transfer new methods to the lab and to resolve issues / challenges impacting routine production.  Lead the efforts of implementing continuous improvement projects by documenting ideas prioritizing projects documenting projects maintaining the status and communicating status to site leadership.
• Elevate interruptions and issues though an issues log prioritize the projects per client and laboratory needs ensure each member of the team is clear on assignments and priorities and allocate resources of the team. Track and report status of projects and updates to stakeholders.
• Serve as part of the site leadership team to collaborate optimize processes and maximize overall site productivity through crosstraining and flexing resources.
• Apply the highest quality standard in all areas of responsibility; maintain ISO 17025 quality standards and accreditation for the laboratory.
• Demonstrate strong client service skills teamwork and collaboration.
• Proactively plan and maximize productivity.
• Conduct semiannual performance reviews interview applicants keep training records up to date for assigned employees perform succession planning in preparation for growth.
• Address personnel problems concerns and performance issues with support of leadership.
• Support and promote company policies and procedures

Qualifications :

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in chemistry or related scientific discipline required
• 8 years of lab/QC experience with an indepth extractions focus in a production laboratory environment
• Experience leading a team of junior analytical scientists
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree
• Experience in the tobacco industry
• Experience in GMP/GLP and/or ISO 17025 compliance laboratory environment
• Strong leadership initiative and teambuilding skills
• Strong computer client service scientific and organizational skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as part of a tteam selfmotivation adaptability and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques perform multiple tasks simulatneously keep accurate records follow instructions and comply with company policies
• Strong scheduling and project management skills

Additional Information :

Position is fulltime MondayFriday 8am5pm with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Richmond VA 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
• Yearly goalbased bonus & eligibility for meritbased increases

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime