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Thorne is a health solutions company with over 750 employees committed to delivering science-backed wellness products. The Analytical Laboratory Supervisor oversees day-to-day operations of Thorne's analytical laboratory, ensuring all testing activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will supervise laboratory personnel, manage daily workflows, and ensure timely delivery of accurate analytical results critical to product quality and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and other cross-functional teams to maintain adherence to Laboratory SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), ISO 17025 requirements, and Thorne's Hazardous Material Safety Program.
Key responsibilities include: supervising daily laboratory operations and testing activities; leading, coaching, and developing laboratory personnel through training in analytical methods, procedures, GLP, cGMP, and safety requirements; overseeing laboratory workflows including routine testing, stability studies, retained samples, and documentation; reviewing analytical data and laboratory documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance; leading investigations of Out-of-Specification (OOS) and atypical results through root cause analysis and corrective action; partnering with the QC Data team to resolve testing issues and maintain data integrity; overseeing routine maintenance, calibration, and qualification of laboratory instrumentation; maintaining the laboratory in an inspection-ready state; supporting the Quality Control Laboratory Manager in maintaining the Quality Management System and driving continuous improvement; fostering a culture of quality, safety, and accountability; managing inventory of laboratory standards, reagents, and supplies; identifying opportunities to improve laboratory processes and operational efficiency; conducting performance discussions and supporting employee development; and collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.
This is a weekend night shift position: Friday–Monday, 10 PM–8 AM.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline required, including minimum 12 credit hours in college-level chemistry
- Experience in an analytical laboratory within a cGMP-regulated environment
- Hands-on experience with at least two of the following analytical techniques: High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) Spectroscopy, or Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in an analytical laboratory (preferred)
- Experience supporting laboratory investigations, method validation, stability testing, and quality systems (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of GLP, cGMP, ISO 17025, and laboratory quality systems
- Experience reviewing analytical data, laboratory documentation, validation protocols, stability studies, specifications, and investigation reports
- Working knowledge of OOS investigations, root cause analysis, data integrity principles, and laboratory documentation requirements
- Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and qualification activities
- Ability to interpret scientific data, technical documentation, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
- Proven leadership skills with ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and develop high-performing laboratory teams
- Experience managing laboratory workloads, prioritizing testing activities, and delegating assignments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience leading investigations and implementing corrective actions
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and drive operational excellence through continuous improvement
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative leadership style with ability to build partnerships across Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and Product Development
- High attention to detail with commitment to laboratory quality, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and making timely, risk-based decisions
- Ability to safely work with common allergens (nuts, soy, dairy, fish, shellfish) and laboratory chemicals (acids, solvents, fumes, airborne particulates) while wearing appropriate PPE
- Ability to operate analytical laboratory instrumentation safely and accurately
- Ability to remain stationary and move throughout laboratory and manufacturing environments during scheduled shifts
- Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stepladders, and perform routine laboratory activities
- Ability to communicate effectively, read technical documentation and small print, and work in low- to moderate-noise laboratory environment
- Ability to occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 30 pounds
