Lab Manager

Under limited supervision, responsibilities for assisting with facilities and laboratory operations, customer service delivery and environmental health/safety. Serve as a relationship leader to the customer as well as licensees. Communicate safety initiatives and other customer information for compliance with site SOPs.

• Manage day-to-day operations across a defined set of laboratories
• Act as the primary contact for lab scientists, ensuring seamless communication and support
• Lead lab user groups, floor lead meetings, and reference team sessions
• Coordinate with FM suppliers to maintain lab efficiency with minimal disruption
• Investigate service deviations and implement corrective actions

• Develop SOPs and working guidelines focused on cost-effective reagent and consumable use
• Oversee training of lab support staff to ensure consistent standards
• Conduct lab inductions and facilitate visits from internal/external stakeholders
• Maintain consumable inventories and report to leadership

• Collaborate with IT and service providers to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Manage breakdowns, servicing, and maintenance schedules
• Perform specialist equipment checks and consolidate fault logs

• Drive efficiency and process improvements across lab operations
• Maintain documentation for compliance, training, and service delivery
• Report on KPIs, SLAs, and weekly metrics
• Foster collaboration with FM teams and internal stakeholders

• Support SHE compliance and lead implementation of safety improvements
• Facilitate SHE meetings and audits, ensuring documentation and communication are up to date

• Identify future lab requirements and technological innovations
• Liaise with suppliers for demos and training on new equipment
• Report cost-saving initiatives and support procurement strategies

• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance
• Flexible working hours tailored to your lifestyle
• Pension plan for long-term financial security
• Performance-based bonus to reward your contributions

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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