Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.

Our PPD® Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations.

This is a fully onsite role based at our GMP Laboratory in Middleton, WI. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. 

Role Overview

The Supervisor, Sample Management provides line-level management of resources and work schedules for entry-level staff within service functions. oversees the quality and productivity of daily operations. Oversees daily operations in support of facility readiness, equipment deployment and maintenance, and/or sample management and logistics functions. Supports the implementation of company policies, quality systems and training programs. Performs and/or delegates activities necessary to ensure deliverables are met and clients are satisfied with the quality and turnaround time of work being performed. Ensures that staff receive proper training and continue to be developed to keep pace with department goals and growth.

A Day in the Life

• Manages the day-to-day activities of staff within a section or department, which may include interviewing and selection, goal setting, performance 

• management, coaching and mentoring.

• Creates work schedules and assignments and trains staff and assesses 

• competence.

• Reviews and approves time records, requests for leave, overtime.

• Monitors performance metrics for quality and productivity and recommends process improvement and efficiency gains. 

• Investigates and resolves problems. Participates in audits and general capabilities department tours. Participates in on-call responsibilities.

• Responds to client questions and needs, coordinates client communication.

• Assists and acts as back-up to management, when needed.

• Assists in preparation and implementation of PPD/client SOPs and company operational policies. Ensures adherence to SOPs, safety standards and company policies.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 0 to 5 years).

• High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification

• 1+ year of leadership responsibility

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Good organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and to manage multiple assignments with challenging deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage others

• Ability to train, mentor and motivate junior staff

• Ability to effectively interact with outside vendors and internal and external customers

• Good written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills

• Competent with computers and enterprise applications

• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills to support quality decision making

• Demonstrated compliance with procedures and policies

• Positive attitude and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Work Environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.

• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.

• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.

• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.

• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.

• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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