Laboratory Manager

Job Title

Laboratory Manager

Job Description

The Laboratory Manager will oversee all aspects of LIMS implementation, production scheduling, and management of performance against production metrics. Collaborating closely with the Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager will manage LIMS implementation initiatives and troubleshoot issues. This role requires ensuring timely analyses to meet company and customer goals, acting as the direct liaison for the technical sales representative, and monitoring data review and report writing for accuracy and completeness.

Responsibilities

• Manage LIMS implementation issues and production scheduling.
• Collaborate with the Laboratory Director on LIMS initiatives and troubleshooting.
• Ensure timely performance of analyses to meet company and customer goals.
• Serve as the direct in-house liaison for the technical sales representative.
• Monitor report writing and data input for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform administrative tasks related to sampling data log-in, disposition, and report generation.
• Complete special projects as requested by the Laboratory Director or Vice President.
• Manage the PSA process at the laboratory.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Chemistry
• Laboratory experience
• Microbiology
• LIMS proficiency
• Project management
• Biology
• Wet chemistry
• Titration
• Analytical chemistry

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical sciences
• 2 years of experience in a laboratory and project management
• Environmental lab project management experience is a plus

Work Environment

The candidate will work in an environmental lab located in an older, smaller building in Ypsilanti. The lab is part of a close-knit team of 22 employees who have worked together for several years, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ypsilanti, MI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ypsilanti,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.

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