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Laboratory Operations Manager

Charles River Laboratories International Inc (CRL)

Wilmington, MA, US, 01887

Laboratory Operations Manager Req ID #:  189877 Location: 

Wilmington, MA, US, 01887 For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Basic Summary Serves as the head of the Laboratory Operations Department. Responsible for Management and Development of the Laboratory Operations staff and all Departmental Systems and Functions, including but not limited to: Installation, Qualifications, and Proper functioning of all laboratory instrumentation and equipment and the supporting laboratory utilities; Ensuring the facility is in compliance with proper EH&S guidelines and regulations; Sample Receiving and Processing; Purchasing, Receiving, and Inventory Control of critical components, laboratory supplies, specialty reagents, and client-supplied reagents and controls. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Manage the hiring, training, and professional development of the Laboratory Operation staff Ensure the efficient and proper functioning of the Laboratory Operations department Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors for services in support of instrumentation, utilities, and facilities  Regularly coordinate with vendors for instrumentation and equipment service support such as: maintenance, calibrations, qualifications, repair, and shipment.  Frequent interface with facilities  and maintenance personnel in support of laboratory and operations.  Establish and maintain cost center re-order and inventory management systems. Receive and post all site invoices for receipt of laboratory equipment and supplies into finance software SAP and coordinate with A/P regarding vendor invoicing issues and concerns. Manage inventory management systems for routine consumables and specialty reagents. Track and analyze inventory turnover to maximize efficiency of ordering.  Utilize and improve systems for managing sample and reagent storage in lab-based refrigerators and freezers. Ensure that lab-related waste stream is managed according to SOPs and any applicable regulations.  Manage Purchase and Receiving practices and systems for Laboratory goods and services.  Ensure proficient departmental use of SciQuest order placement system and SAP resource management system(s) Train and certify new employees on all applicable procedures required for proper functioning of the Laboratory Operations department.  Create, review and edit SOPs, protocols and other departmental documentation.  Review and write department and supporting utilities SOPs. Perform CAPA investigations for: RODI Purified Water, Glassware Washer, Nitrogen Generation System, BLAZE, Shipping / Receiving, and other associated areas. Identify cost saving alternatives without compromising quality.  Maintain exact and detailed documentation appropriate to the function, including training records.   Contact vendors to resolve any incorrect or damaged items that are received or return the shipment. Maintain compliance with training requirements for DOT and IATA Dangerous Good Shipments. As needed, provide coverage for Shipping and Receiving on the loading dock. Cross train on procedures performed by other functional groups both inter and intra-departmentally to provide coverage as needed.   Assist in the coordination and scheduling of activities of the department through hands-on technical support, delegation of responsibility and/or authority to departmental subordinates to ensure appropriate couriers, timely delivery to clients, environmental waste stream efforts and critical component receipt processes. Additional Duties and Responsibilties Oversee daily operational activities and supervise a group of non-exempt employees. Ensure optimum group performance. Responsible for personnel management activities such as: scheduling, personnel actions (hiring, promotions, transfers, etc.), training and development, providing regular direction and feedback on performance, disciplinary actions,  preparing and delivering annual performance and salary reviews. Recommend short range operating objectives, organizational structure, staffing requirements and succession plans. May assist in development of departmental budget. As required, oversee maintenance of group training manual and training records. Support the policy of equal employment opportunity through affirmative action in personnel actions. Ensure adherence to pertinent regulatory requirements and to departmental policies, practices and procedures (SOPs, safety procedures and biosafety protocols). Perform all other related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in scientific discipline preferred Minimum 5 years related industry experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical or contract laboratory environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, instrumentation and analysis software. Excellent verbal, written communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated independent analytical and problem solving abilities.   Demonstrated knowledge of GMP regulations. Ability to maintain client/sponsor relationships.   Ability to interact appropriately with all levels of employees, and work effectively as a member of a team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must regularly move about inside the work area to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.   Regularly required to position self to use laboratory equipment. Regularly handle tools and controls, and must be able to feel objects.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: General laboratory and office working conditions. Regularly wear protective clothing (hair net, gloves, scrubs, lab coat and safety glasses). May occasionally work with biohazards. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving mechanical parts. May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

 

Vaccine Mandate

Charles River is a U.S. Federal Contractor.  As a result, we must follow the Presidential Executive Order to mandate vaccinations, and ensure our employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  Our main priority is the wellbeing, health, and safety of our people. We require proof of vaccination from all employees. 

Anyone with requests for disability-related and/or religious exemptions should contact Talent Acquisition (crrecruitment_US@crl.com) so that information can be provided about the accommodation process at Charles River.

 

About Biologics Testing Solutions

With more than 50 years of experience and proven regulatory expertise, the Charles River Biologics group can address challenging projects for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Offering a variety of services such as contamination and impurity testing, protein characterization, bioassays, viral clearance studies and stability and lot release programs, we support clients throughout the biologic development cycle, from the establishment and characterization of cell banks through preclinical and clinical studies to marketed products. Whether clients need stand-alone services, a unique package of testing, or insourced support, our Biologics group can create a custom solution to suit their needs.  Each year more than 20,000 biologic testing reports are sent each and over 200 licenses products are supported by our biologics testing solutions team.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. 

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories 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, veteran or disability status.

 

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

 

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

Nearest Major Market: Boston

Job Segment: Operations Manager, Pharmaceutical, Shipping and Receiving, Facilities, Biotech, Operations, Science

Job posted: 2022-07-19

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