Laboratory Manager

Job Description

As a Laboratory Manager, you will oversee the laboratory operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes while maintaining high standards. You will be responsible for troubleshooting instrumentation, running chemistry and microbiology tests, and training new technicians. This role demands quick thinking and adaptability in a high-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of 10 in the laboratory.Ensure continuous improvement within the lab to enhance current processes.Collaborate with various groups around the facility.Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.Run chemistry and microbiology tests.Train new technicians joining the lab.

Essential Skills

10+ years of laboratory experience.5+ years of managerial or supervisory experience.Proficiency with lab instrumentation in chemistry and microbiology.Degree in biochemistry, biology, or a related life science.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in animal pharmaceuticals is preferred.Knowledge of laboratory management and quality control.Understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Work Environment

The work environment is clean and equipped with new laboratory equipment, fostering a great work culture. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM with a one-hour lunch break. Occasionally, there may be requirements to stay late or work on Saturdays for limited hours due to production demands, but never past 5:30-6 PM on weekdays or more than a couple of hours on weekends. The position offers benefits like shutdown pay, around 10 paid holidays, and PTO.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/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 Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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