Manages and coordinates oligonucleotide production. Provides leadership and coordination to oversee, direct, and prioritize the daily activities of the oligonucleotide production laboratory and the assigned staff. Clearly communicates the vision, scope, and goals to assigned staff. Ensures initiatives for improvements in the oligonucleotide production laboratory are focused and aligned to increase effectiveness and performance of the overall product. Develops and implements strategies to improve productivity, reduce direct costs, and increase automation. Works with Process Development, R&D, and maintenance to plan and implement new product lines into the production process.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative while interacting positively within all staff and managements
- Exhibit leadership, independent problem solving, and strong decision making skills
- Maintain a laboratory staff by recruiting, selecting, and orientating, and training employees as necessary
- Monitor and maintain staff performance results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees
- Evaluate and monitor staff performance and provide regular feedback with the addition of annual performance reviews
- Plan for resources by managing schedules, overtime, and vacation time for all employees
- Demonstrate a commitment towards the successful operation of the laboratory by maintaining lab-staffing schedule and providing adequate back-up support
- Demonstrate interpersonal skills by effectively communicating, building rapport, and resolving conflict constructively with team members
- Ensure important day to day activities are monitored and managed while clearly communicating the daily priorities and goals to all staff
- Ensure all lab processes are carried out following the established in house methods and deviations are documented and communicated
- Support purchasing department to assist in cost containment and consumable purchases
- Support the Customer Service and Technical Support teams by providing information about manufacturing related questions and inquiries
- Analyze the lab performance and process and be able to identify problems, propose solutions, and implement recommendations as well as manage the corrective actions
- Ensure the adaption of the workflow with automation to reduce manual workload and increase efficiency
- Manage the production implementation of tested and established R&D processes
- Manage the introduction and implementation of QM documents and processes
- Support the development and implementation of the new production LIMS program
- Maintain the stability and reputation of Eurofins Genomics by complying with legal requirements and safety security measures
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related
- Minimum 5 years of experience in oligo manufacturing and minimum 3 years of experience in a manager's role
- Strong knowledge in oligonucleotide manufacturing including synthesis, liquid handling, purification and quality control
- Strong background with high throughput manufacturing and working in a highly automated lab environment
- Ability to interact effectively with co-workers and outside organizations
- Ability to effectively supervise people with a variety of skills
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
- Ability to set priorities and manage multiple priority tasks, work independently, and prioritize
- Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to rationally handle crisis and show good judgement under pressure
- Ability to use all production laboratory and all techniques, which are state of the art
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service, communication, leadership and decision-making skills
- Experienced with working in an ISO or GMP regulated environment
- Skilled in: Creating, planning, communicating and implementing goals, objectives, and practices for effective, efficient, and cost effective management of allocated resources
- Initial RCRA training
- Annual RCRA awareness training
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) initial 24 hour training and annual 8 hour refresher training
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with overtime as needed
What we offer:
- 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
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
