Laboratory Supervisor

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Laboratory Supervisor Job Description

We are seeking a Lab Services Supervisor to play a critical leadership role within our laboratory operations. This position is ideal for a hands‑on leader who is passionate about training, quality, and developing high‑performing teams. In this role, you will oversee and deliver laboratory training, mentor staff, and partner closely with management to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a positive, professional work environment.

This role is 2nd shift, Tuesday–Saturday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

• Lead, deliver, and oversee training for new and current laboratory personnel.
• Mentor and coach team members, providing ongoing performance feedback and development support.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and manage corrective action plans when needed.
• Maintain a collaborative, respectful, and safety‑focused workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with the FSNS Quality Manual, SOPs, QC standards, and ISO guidelines.
• Conduct internal audits related to training and test performance.
• Maintain trainer qualifications and required certifications.
• Process samples and perform testing as needed across multiple laboratory areas.
• Maintain the ability to perform all functions reporting to the supervisor.
• Oversee test results and reporting, including communication of out‑of‑specification results.
• Address client needs in collaboration with the Management Team.
• Work closely with Operations and Technical Managers to support lab priorities and schedules.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through effective training.
• Stay current with industry trends, scientific literature, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote and uphold safety standards for yourself and others, ensuring proper use of PPE and adherence to laboratory safety protocols.

• Laboratory supervisory skills
• Microbiology laboratory experience
• Quality control
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Aseptic technique

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years of analytical laboratory experience and at least one year of experience managing or supervising personnel, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with GMP, OSHA, FDA, BAM, APHA, and Compendium methods is required.
• Working knowledge of LIMS and Microsoft Office is required.

The position is a 2nd shift role from Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The work environment is centered around a collaborative and safety‑focused culture, with a commitment to professional development and advancement opportunities throughout the organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of De Pere, WI.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $35.00 /hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026.