Laboratory Process Manager

Farmers all around the world need tools to help provide the very best care to their land and animals. From seed to cheese, we help support those farmers through our herd and feed management solutions, milk recording and analysis, agricultural testing, consulting and more.

For the past 60 years we’ve woken up each day to support those that never stop feeding the world – and we have no plans to quit. We set the standard for farm management solutions and fix our eyes on raising the bar to meet the next generation of expectations.

Laboratory Process Manager - Lincoln, NE

As the Laboratory Process Manager you will coordinate and direct laboratory analysis operations, assuring accuracy of laboratory analyses while adhering to standard laboratory turnaround times. Provide leadership to laboratory staff in the form of guidance, mentoring and training. Maintain and support all laboratory certification activities including proficiency testing, quality assurance procedures and abide by all requirements of certification.

• Supervise Laboratory Technicians, Laboratory Analysts, and Seasonal Laboratory Assistants
• Troubleshoot problems with/for Laboratory Technicians
• Provide training and monitoring of new laboratory associates to assure quality
• Review SOPs with Laboratory Technicians, aid in updating and drafting SOPs as new testing offerings are implemented
• Assist with scheduling and workflow coordination to ensure adequate laboratory coverage
• Assist with implementing process changes, testing and implementation of LIMS updates
• Support laboratory analysis operations
• Accurately prepare, conduct and report sample analyses according to laboratory SOP as required
• Monitor Pending analysis to ensure best-in-class turnaround time for published results
• Perform routine laboratory procedures such as media/solution preparation, cleaning of labware and laboratory work spaces, monitor and maintain supply inventory as required
• Assist with inventory management and laboratory supply purchasing
• Coordinate and oversee preventative and daily maintenance of laboratory instrumentation
• Monitor quality control checks to ensure they fall within acceptable thresholds
• Promote and adhere to safety in the workplace

• Bachelor’s degree with education in a scientific discipline
• 3-5+ years laboratory experience
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Detail oriented nature
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel and LIMS systems
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Scheduling flexibility and ability to work overtime as needed based on workflow and deadlines
• Strong leadership skills