Sample Receiving Supervisor - Environmental Laboratory

About Us We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A Day in the Life As a Full-Time Group Leader based in our Orange, CA Laboratory, you'll play a key role in owning daily operations and setting the pace for safety, quality, and continuous improvement while coaching your team to perform at their best. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the Sample Control group, ensuring efficient and accurate handling of all sample management activities. The compensation range for this role is $70K to $90K, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Department:

Sample Receiving, including PUSH team To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable being decisive and hands-on, you'll turn pressure into progress by driving accountability, building capability, and keeping work moving with focus. You'll be taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

Lead the Sample Control group, reporting directly to the Technical Director. Supervise and manage personnel, including time management, operational efficiency, hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions. Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, addressing conflict resolution and promoting personnel skills development and team building.

Sample Management:

Oversee the entire sample management process, including receiving, logging into the LIMS system, subsampling, subcontracting and distribution, storage, and disposal. Maintain organized records of sample control and address any non-conformance issues Implement sample control procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy of analyses.

Sample Container Orders:

Oversee the entire sample container order process, make sure all the bottle orders and deliveries are completed accurately and on time.

Communication and Coordination:

Maintain clear and timely communication with Laboratories, Project Managers, Sales, Field Teams, and Service Centers to understand upcoming projects and changes. Ensure accurate and timely communication with internal and external clients. Schedule projects and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure smooth operations.

Operational Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot issues as they arise and liaise with manager to help solve problems. Review and update related SOPs. Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for Sample Control. Ensure the work and warehouse area are kept neat and safe. Comply with and ensure that Company's Quality Assurance Program, Hazardous and Waste Program, Safety policies, and ensure staff compliance with Health and Safety Plan. Perform other duties as assigned. Your Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. Minimum of 5 years of experience working in an Environmental lab sample receiving area Previous experience leading and overseeing teams is preferred Familiarity with test codes, associated sample containers/preservatives, sample volume, and holding times. Proven ability to organize, communicate, and facilitate priorities and communicate with staff effectively. Ability to handle non-routine projects, large sample volumes, and maintain an effective workflow (including managing working hours, supplies needs, and emergency requests). Proficient with LIMS sample control applications and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Additional Requirements:

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Work Environment and Physical Requirements The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what's typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions. Sitting, standing, and walking Lifting up to 50 pounds Works in an office, warehouse and/or laboratory environment Often works outdoors and/or in a warehouse area and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. #IND-MEG #LI-SG1 We're blazing new trails. Forget everything you think you know about how environmental companies work. Montrose Environmental Group was designed from the ground up to deliver a better experience and better outcomes for both our clients and our employees. We're growing rapidly—with a purpose. We're bringing the best minds on board, and giving them the freedom to focus on what matters most: coming up with ingenious, effective ways to measure, assess, and address real-world situations. The kind that face industries of all kinds right now, and the kind that we want to be the first to see on the horizon. When we do that, we add value. We create opportunities for our clients and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We make a real difference in the world around us. You can help lead the way. Are you ready to innovate? Collaborate? Meet the requirements of ever-evolving regulations and keep up with the demands of a dynamic, expanding team? Work across disciplines to develop solutions no one has seen before? Apply today to join our Montrose team! Montrose is committed to being an inclusive workplace. Montrose is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can read more about EEO here or view the EEO Posters. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email hrcorp@montrose-env.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail careers@montrose-env.com or call 949-988-3500. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.