The Lab Manager Technician will be responsible for the daily coordination, operation, and maintenance of laboratory facilities to ensure compliance with Smith Nephew's quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role will support laboratory testing activities, manage
equipment and supplies, and provide technical assistance to internal teams to enable efficient and compliant laboratory operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage laboratory equipment, including calibration, preventive maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting to ensure availability and accuracy.
• Manage the asset tracking system to ensure all asset locations, state, and availability are current
• Coordinate inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and consumables; place orders as needed to avoid disruptions.
• Support testing activities by preparing samples, conducting routine tests, and ensuring accurate data recording.
• Upgrade and downgrade software on the robotic devices to support daily testing activities
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure proper documentation of laboratory activities.
• Train and guide laboratory staff, interns, or contractors on safety and technical procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing) to support projects requiring laboratory services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in alignment with company EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards.
• Prepare reports, metrics, and updates for management regarding laboratory performance and compliance status.
Requirements
• Technical degree in Laboratory Sciences, Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working in laboratory environments, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety standards, regulatory guidelines, and quality management systems (ISO, GMP, GLP).
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and laboratory management systems.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a strong customer service mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a regulated medical device or pharmaceutical company.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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equipment and supplies, and provide technical assistance to internal teams to enable efficient and compliant laboratory operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the laboratory, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage laboratory equipment, including calibration, preventive maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting to ensure availability and accuracy.
• Manage the asset tracking system to ensure all asset locations, state, and availability are current
• Coordinate inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and consumables; place orders as needed to avoid disruptions.
• Support testing activities by preparing samples, conducting routine tests, and ensuring accurate data recording.
• Upgrade and downgrade software on the robotic devices to support daily testing activities
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure proper documentation of laboratory activities.
• Train and guide laboratory staff, interns, or contractors on safety and technical procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing) to support projects requiring laboratory services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in alignment with company EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards.
• Prepare reports, metrics, and updates for management regarding laboratory performance and compliance status.
Requirements
• Technical degree in Laboratory Sciences, Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working in laboratory environments, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety standards, regulatory guidelines, and quality management systems (ISO, GMP, GLP).
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and laboratory management systems.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a strong customer service mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a regulated medical device or pharmaceutical company.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.