Sample Management Supervisor

At SPL the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities support critical infrastructure and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities to grow across multiple locations and disciplines SPL is a place where you can build a meaningful career and make a real-world impact.

Were looking for an experienced hands-on Sample Management Supervisor to lead daily sample receiving and log-in operations at our environmental laboratory in Reading PA.

In this role youll lead the accurate timely and compliant receipt log-in documentation tracking distribution storage and disposal of environmental samples. Youll supervise sample management personnel maintain chain-of-custody quality and accreditation requirements and coordinate across laboratory departments to keep samples moving efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong people-management skills close attention to detail and a record of improving workflow accuracy and service in a high-volume operation.

What Youll Do

• Lead day-to-day sample receiving and log-in operations establish clear expectations assign work and ensure reliable coverage
• Oversee the receipt condition verification log-in labeling documentation routing storage retrieval and disposal of incoming samples
• Ensure strict adherence to chain-of-custody procedures laboratory quality systems client requirements and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards
• Review sample-intake records and LIMS entries for completeness and accuracy and resolve discrepancies hold-status issues and sample-priority concerns
• Monitor sample volume departmental capacity turnaround-time performance and key performance indicators; adjust staffing and workflows as needed
• Manage employee scheduling timekeeping work assignments and resource allocation to maintain adequate coverage and balanced workloads
• Coach and develop employees provide timely performance feedback conduct formal evaluations and address performance or accountability concerns
• Lead training cross-training and competency development to strengthen team capability and operational consistency
• Partner with various internal teams leadership and departments to coordinate sample handoffs remove bottlenecks and resolve non-conformances
• Use operational data and root-cause analysis to improve accuracy efficiency customer service and throughput and provide hands-on intake or log-in support when needed
• Perform additional duties and support cross-functional initiatives as assigned

What Were Looking For

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors Degree in a science-related field preferred
• 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience within a laboratory technical sample management or other regulated environment including demonstrated success leading teams and improving high-volume operations
• Working knowledge of chain-of-custody procedures sample receiving and log-in workflows and laboratory quality regulatory or accreditation requirements
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and reviewing sample-intake records for accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and general computer applications

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid time off sick leave and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Work Schedule & Travel

• Full-time onsite position
• Flexibility to work outside scheduled hours including evenings or weekends when operational or client needs require
• Occasional travel may be required for training meetings or operational support

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At SPL we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time SPL is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.