Analytical Lab Manager

Job description

Analytical Lab Manager

Position Overview

ATL is seeking a dynamic Analytical Lab Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals focused on client service and quality. The ideal candidate will be motivated, energetic, forward thinking, and possess outstanding leadership development and/or technical skills, organizational awareness, and a commitment to excellence.

Essential Functions:

Leading the Business

* Ensure that regulatory compliance, data integrity, quality control, and client standards are met including but not limited to auditing test procedures, documentation, QA meetings regarding laboratory investigations/OOSs, client follow up and corrective action
* Provide support for analytical testing, method validations, data recording, instrument and method troubleshooting
* Exercises sound decision-making that positively impacts the lab and is in the best interest of ATL, the associate and the client
* Schedules and oversees efficient laboratory workflow and delegates tasks to assigned analysts.
* Maintains a training matrix for the lab to ensure all associates are trained on necessary lab protocols; provides or delegates cross-training to meet business needs and lab coverage during staffing shortages
* Maintains the laboratory inventory, responsible for timely order placement of lab supplies to ensure business continuity
* Proactively adapts and responds to changing business needs, shifting priorities as necessary

Leading Others

* Builds, develops and manages laboratory team and oversees associates regarding staffing needs, project management, training, professional growth, associate behavior, corrective action, succession planning, work scheduling, compensation administration and payroll submission.
* Recruits, selects, trains and onboards new associates
* Fosters a positive and safe work environment, adhering to safety standards at all times
* Communicates expectations to team and holds associates accountable for delivering service standards and behaviors
* Leads with a positive attitude-demonstrates commitment to associates and providing exception client service. Ensuring high quality and timely delivery.
* Addresses associate performance concerns and implements the appropriate level of corrective action with guidance and alignment from HR and General Manager

Leading Self

* Leads by example according to the service standards of ATL's leadership framework
* Uses effective communication to relay information using the ATL brand voice-optimistic, approachable and wise
* Identifies and appropriately addresses actions that do not align with our culture, service framework and values to ensure a positive work environment
* Assesses situations, seeks to understand and gathers all relevant facts to determine best course of action to resolve problems.
* Utilizes critical thinking to find solutions to complex problems; escalates to General Manager for assistance
* Serves as a culture champion that cares intensely about ATL's success

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, with hands-on analytical chemistry lab experience in a regulated industry (consumer goods, pharma) including previous troubleshooting responsibilities
* Experience performing work in under GMP guidelines
* Incoming experience with HPLC and GC instrumentation
* Knowledge of stability studies and timelines, preferred
* Previous experience in a Leadership capability
* Must be able to support a high-volume pace, maintaining the highest quality output of data while consistently creating exceptional client experiences
* Exceptional problem solving and conceptual thinking abilities required
* Excellent written and verbal communication required
* Ability to assess, summarize, and prioritize highly complex projects while meeting deadlines

Company Overview

At ATL, we don't just do the science, we have the opportunity to transform organizations. We need people who want to grow with us and contribute directly to our clients' success. As scientific sourcing experts, the largest and most respected companies in the world ask us to create innovative solutions to big problems. We have more input and influence, so we can have a significant impact on brand-name products and visible projects. And you can play a bigger role.

Interested and qualified candidates, please apply with a resume and salary requirements.

ATL offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Paid Time Off, and an Associate Assistance Plan. In addition, we offer a competitive salary and the advantage of a professional environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements.

ATL is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.