Laboratory Supervisor
| Posting date: | 25 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 May 2024 |
| Location: | BH10 4AQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | MIcrotech Services (Wessex) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
A full time Laboratory Supervisor is required to work in a busy ISO 17025 accredited microbiology laboratory based in Bournemouth (Wallisdown area).
The company’s client portfolio covers local, national and international businesses, and involves testing a wide range of sample types including foods, cosmetics, waters and environmental samples.
The role offers a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, implementing process improvements and maintaining high standards of quality and H&S.
As the Laboratory Supervisor, you will:
Manage and prioritise work schedules for scientists and technicians;
Screen incoming requests for appropriate tests and methods and ensure that they are performed correctly;
Be required to follow instructions and procedures with careful attention to detail;
Support and train the team in testing procedures;
Ensure provision of reliable and precise test results in a timely way;
Ensure safe practices in the laboratory in accordance with company and legal requirements;
Support the laboratory managers.
Essential requirements for this position are an ability to work under pressure, have good organisational skills and be a team player.
The company offers a competitive salary, pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.
To be successful in your application you will need to hold a scientific degree or equivalent, preferably in a subject containing a significant element of microbiology, have competence in testing procedures and experience of working in a laboratory as a Supervisor or Senior Laboratory Technician and have personal skills in customer liaison, communication and working relationships with other staff. However, consideration will be given to applicants who have a minimum of 3 years laboratory experience wishing to step up to the next level.
The company’s client portfolio covers local, national and international businesses, and involves testing a wide range of sample types including foods, cosmetics, waters and environmental samples.
The role offers a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading a team, implementing process improvements and maintaining high standards of quality and H&S.
As the Laboratory Supervisor, you will:
Manage and prioritise work schedules for scientists and technicians;
Screen incoming requests for appropriate tests and methods and ensure that they are performed correctly;
Be required to follow instructions and procedures with careful attention to detail;
Support and train the team in testing procedures;
Ensure provision of reliable and precise test results in a timely way;
Ensure safe practices in the laboratory in accordance with company and legal requirements;
Support the laboratory managers.
Essential requirements for this position are an ability to work under pressure, have good organisational skills and be a team player.
The company offers a competitive salary, pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.
To be successful in your application you will need to hold a scientific degree or equivalent, preferably in a subject containing a significant element of microbiology, have competence in testing procedures and experience of working in a laboratory as a Supervisor or Senior Laboratory Technician and have personal skills in customer liaison, communication and working relationships with other staff. However, consideration will be given to applicants who have a minimum of 3 years laboratory experience wishing to step up to the next level.