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Eurofins QC Sample Management Group Leader - 2nd Shift (Sun-Wed) in Rensselaer, New York
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 Organisation 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 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised 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 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Verification of sample submissions to Quality Control
Documentation of sample transactions in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Handling, storage, and organization of samples
Delivering samples to QC laboratories for testing as required
Interacting with outside customers and functional peer groups
Fulfilling sample pull requests
Compliance with all pertinent regulatory agency requirements
Conducting temperature, environmental, and/or CO2 monitoring.
Preparation of samples for shipment
Performing sample inventory and disposal
Ensuring compliance with SOPs; reports any quality or other anomalies through the Deviation Notification and Resolution system
Participating in required training activities
Leadership Responsibilities:
Lead a team of Sample Management Specialists in a regulated facility
Coordinates, supports, and monitors performance of team through quality metrics while ensuring client deadlines are met
Coordinates with client contacts to communicate status of deliverables, determine priorities, and set timelines.
Set individual and team goals to develop the scope of work and responsibilities of the team
Manage time off and payroll entries of the team
May participate in new hire interviews
Supports the on-boarding process of new employees
Participates in training of other employees.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge cGMP is a plus
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Life Sciences or related degree
Leadership experience
Thrive working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multitask
A keen eye for detail
Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship is required
Position is full-time, 2nd shift, Sunday – Wednesday 1:00pm-11:30pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rensselaer, NY and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.
Pay:
$26.00 - $32.00 / hour
2nd Shift includes an additional 10% shift differential
$50 Flat-rate shift differential included for Sunday shifts
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
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Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.