Laboratory Operations Manager

Pennsylvania | On site

$140-$150k base + bonus and benefits

I am representing a growing life sciences business that is looking for a hands on Laboratory Operations Manager to bring structure and pace to its GMP quality laboratory.

This is a build and improve role. You'll lead a small technical team and take ownership of how the lab runs day to day: its systems, its compliance and its readiness for inspection. It suits a practical leader who enjoys putting processes in place and seeing the results.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of laboratory technicians
• Own lab operations, including sample management, inventory, equipment upkeep and housekeeping
• Manage stability studies and controlled materials in line with GMP and ICH requirements
• Keep the lab audit-ready at all times and support regulatory and client inspections
• Work with vendors and internal teams to keep instruments running and resolve issues quickly
• Build and improve SOPs, training and maintenance programmes
• Partner with QA, scientific and operations colleagues across the site

Required experience:

• Degree in a life science or chemistry-related discipline
• Significant experience in GMP pharmaceutical or biotech laboratory operations, including people management
• Hands on experience with stability programmes and GMP sample or inventory control
• Good working knowledge of chromatography systems and lab data software
• Experience supporting FDA or equivalent regulatory inspections
• A track record of improving lab systems and processes
• Flexibility to work a shift-based schedule when needed