Lab Operations Manager
JOB SUMMARY: The Manager, Operations will oversee the warehouse, study and supply inventory, and equipment and facility maintenance as well as coordinate study set-up in preparation for laboratory workflows.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Not an Exhaustive List). Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ensures that all study material storage, inventory, and handling is performed safely and in accordance with GLP regulation.
Oversees materials coordination efforts and warehouse location by managing materials receipt, shipment, and study exit as required.
Oversees staff responsible for study set-up including, but not limited to, documentation generation, slide printing, and cassette printing.
Monitors arrival of expected study materials and communicates internally with relevant StageBio personnel if there are issues with shipments.
Identifies, acquires, and ensures the availability of materials and supplies while maintaining prescribed inventory minimum.
Orders materials and supplies as needed/requested for laboratory and warehouse.
Transfers study materials and supplies to the laboratory as necessary.
Oversees validation, calibration, and maintenance of new and existing equipment and establish, maintain, revise, and implement SOPs and forms, as needed, to address proper maintenance and use of the equipment.
Identifies requirements for packaging and shipping.
Develop and implement well-thought-out solutions to problems as they arise; advise senior leadership in areas of quality and procedural improvement, as necessary.
Support documentation scanning for internal remote audits.
Assists with facility maintenance, upkeep and improvement and maintains facility records.
May work across other StageBio locations to harmonize Materials Coordination efforts.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The physical demands and essential functions described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation. Any employee in need of a reasonable accommodation must contact Human Resources.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
BS In Biology, Biochemistry, MS preferred or related discipline with a minimum of five (5) years' relevant histology experience and three (3) years in a leadership role
HT(ASCP), HTL(ASCP), and/or QIHC (ASCP) certification preferred
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) up to 60% of the time
Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies or specimens
The employee is required to operate computer keyboard, laboratory instruments, and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes and/or slides
Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen and paper reports/documents
Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens
Exposure to toxins exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed
Able to read and understand all Safety Guidelines applicable to assigned work area
Working in laboratory environment where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment
Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required
StageBio offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health insurance, short-term and long-term disability, AD&D, life insurance for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off, 401(k) with match, and paid standard and floating holidays. Salary is commensurate with experience. StageBio is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.