Laboratory Manager (Environmental Chemistry)

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 discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research 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 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to ca. 65,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 950 laboratories in 59 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.9 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

1. Compliance and Quality Assurance

•Ensure compliance with company policies, SAC-SINGLAS requirements, quality standards, and EHS regulations.

•Support internal and external audits, CAPA implementation, and continuous quality improvement.

•Review and maintain SOPs, test methods, and laboratory documentation.

2. Laboratory Operations Management

•Manage daily laboratory operations to ensure timely sample processing, accurate testing, and efficient workflow.

•Supervise testing activities, equipment scheduling, housekeeping, and resource utilization.

•Review technical data and test reports prior to approval by the authorized signatory.

•Coordinate proficiency testing (PT), method verification, and quality control activities.

3. Equipment and Technical Oversight

•Ensure laboratory instruments are properly maintained, calibrated, and fit for use.

•Coordinate equipment servicing, calibration, and troubleshooting.

•Support implementation of new equipment and test methods to enhance laboratory capability.

4. Strategic Planning and Execution

•Lead strategic goal planning and execution to drive operational excellence and long-term success.

•Spearhead improvement plans, from ideation to execution, aimed at optimizing laboratory workflows and enhancing performance.

•Research and implement new work areas and corresponding test methods, ensuring alignment with business and customer needs.

5. People Leadership and Development

•Supervise all activities within assigned sections, ensuring effective resource planning, high performance, and protocol adherence.

•Train, evaluate, and manage staff performance to support development and continuous improvement.

•Control manpower planning, recruitment, and staff development to meet current and future operational demands.

•Lead by example to inspire a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

•Liaise between laboratory teams and management to align goals, escalate issues, and facilitate smooth communication.

•Engage with clients to discuss test results and provide technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Process Technology, Chemical Engineering, Science or equivalent with at least 8 years related laboratory experience.
• Experienced with method-related tasks.
• Possesses SAC Singlas signatory and good knowledge of SAC-SINGLAS/ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, laboratory quality systems, and equipment management.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experienced in audit & CAPA management skills
• Interacts with operational personnel, scientific personnel, and department management.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocols.

Additional Information

What we offer: As an employer, we’re keen to look after our people with as much dedication as they look after our patients. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, excellent training and exceptional career prospects. We’re a growing and ambitious company, so there is huge potential here to develop with us and enjoy fantastic rewards in your career.

Your data: 
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Eurofins Mechem is an Equal Opportunities Company.