Responsible for providing leadership direction and training to Sample Management personnel supporting sample receipt preparation handling storage and internal distribution within an ISO 17025-accredited analytical laboratory. Facilitates employee conformance to Good Laboratory Practices chain-of-custody requirements and all applicable SOPs. Ensures compliance with client regulatory and contractual requirements including CFIA programs and communicates requirements effectively to laboratory personnel and cross-functional teams.
JOB FUNCTIONS
- Oversees all Sample Management activities including sample receipt preparation labeling storage sub-sampling and internal distribution
- Performs Sample Management functions as required to support operational needs during high-volume or time-sensitive periods
- Responsible for interviewing hiring onboarding and training Sample Receiving and Sample Prep personnel
- Ensures accurate and timely sample login in LIMS including correct test selection prioritization and regulatory tagging
- Monitors sample flow turnaround time and backlog to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks
- Ensures sample integrity traceability temperature control and chain-of-custody throughout the sample lifecycle
- Interfaces with Client Services to support client requirements and resolve sample-related issues
- Provides feedback to direct reports conducts employee performance reviews and provides ongoing coaching and development
- Schedules personnel to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations during routine and peak workload periods
- Communicates operational updates procedural changes and priorities to the Sample Management team
- Identifies quality-related issues and initiates timely investigation corrective actions and follow-up
- Ensures the Quality Management System is maintained in accordance with ISO 17025 standards and internal procedures
- Supports internal and external audits related to sample management activities
LEADERSHIP / SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides guidance and / or leadership to others including indirect reports peers or managersHas hiring and terminating responsibilities : YesSupervises others : YesNumber of employees directly reporting : 0 Supervisory; 5-10 Non-SupervisorySALARY RANGE $62000 $80000 CAD
Qualifications :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
4-year degree in Microbiology / Chemistry related field or equivalent work experience Required3 year experience in Sample Management or Laboratory Operations RequiredEffective problem prevention and problem-solving skills. RequiredStrong written and verbal communication skills necessary to cross multiple disciplines RequiredExcellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills RequiredProficiency with Microsoft and Word / Excel RequiredProficiency with LIMS and ASnAP systems RequiredAbility to manage competing priorities and maintain professionalism under high-pressure conditions RequiredAbility to work independently or with minimal supervision RequiredFlexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable need Required3-5 years of experience in a commercial food testing laboratory PreferredAdditional Information :
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such we recruit hire train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetics status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skills and / or abilities required.
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Remote Work : No
Employment Type : Full-time
Key Skills
Business,Patient Care,Compliance,Facility,Emergency,Accounting,HVAC,Daily Operations,Direct Supervision,Professional Development,Service Management,Service Operations,Service Quality,Payroll,Service Technician
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1