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 Organization 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 Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized 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 decentralized 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 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Position Summary
The Laboratory Operations Group Leader is responsible for daily oversight of laboratory activities and people leadership to deliver high-quality laboratory outputs that meet all quality and safety requirements, and client expectations. This role combines technical expertise, team management, and process improvement to ensure smooth laboratory operations.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
• Accountable for training and mentoring direct reports.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback.
• Accountable for fostering a positive team environment
• Ensure compliance with HR and organizational policies related to people management.
Operational Management
• Accountable for supervising and coordinating daily lab operations
• Responsible for all productivity metrics
• Accountable for lab and consumable inventory systems.
• Implement Lean/continuous improvement initiatives to improve laboratory processes.
• Evaluate current and future equipment needs to support departmental goals and productivity (i.e. Capex)
• Support effective communication on client testing and projects
Quality & Compliance
• Accountable for ensuring adherence to all quality and compliance requirements within the laboratory, (e.g., GMP, GLP, ISO).
• Ensure adherence to all laboratory safety requirements.
• Responsible for all quality metrics
Minimum Qualifications:
MUST be eligible to work in the US indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Education & Experience
Technical Knowledge
Leadership & Communication
Preferred Attributes
Working schedule will be Full-Time, First Shift, M-F 8am-5pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. No relocation assistance will be given. 25% travel may be required. This position is NOT remote.
What we Offer:
Eurofins USA Medical Devices is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.