Laboratory Supervisor

Job Description

Must have a current & active license (CLS/MLS/MLT certification and/orCHT/CHS) in one or more of the following areas: Generalist, Molecular, Immunology, Histocompatibility. Dependent upon what area of the laboratory the technologist shall work, the technologist shall be proficient in assays/methodologies including, but not limited to: ABO typing, Nucleic Acid Testing, serological assay (EIA, ELISA) and Histocompatibility testing. The CLS is expected to execute both manual and automated test platforms.

Laboratory Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Supervise the day to day operation of the department to insure smooth flow of samples and testing

Oversees the scheduling of staff to insure production schedules are met

Counsels staff with regard to problems encountered in daily operations

Works with Quality Assurance to resolve client complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, and making recommendation to management

Identifies process improvements to better meet client expectations and company objectives

Recommends new equipment for the department

Oversees the monitoring of inventory/ordering by establishing and maintaining par levels and re-stocking points for supplies and reagents

Serves as a liaison for the department to outside vendors

Performs duties in compliance with all applicable regulatory and accrediting agencies

Supports DPT Eurofins' business philosophy, leadership values and ethics

Conduct 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 DPT's quality management system, including but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, 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 the essential functions.