Laboratory Supervisor

Position Overview

Aphena Pharma Solutions is seeking an experienced and motivated Laboratory Supervisor to oversee daily laboratory operations at our Cookeville, TN facility. This position plays an important role in maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate laboratory testing, and supporting quality standards throughout our manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory operations, experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, and the leadership skills necessary to effectively manage laboratory personnel and daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory operations, including staff scheduling, workflow coordination, and task assignments.
• Train, develop, and evaluate laboratory personnel to ensure consistent performance and compliance.
• Ensure laboratory operations comply with applicable FDA, GMP, GLP, ISO, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee environmental monitoring and testing activities, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform and review laboratory testing, including water testing (TOC and conductivity), pH measurements, and specific gravity analysis.
• Review analytical data, laboratory notebooks, logbooks, and testing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Manage chemical inventories, laboratory supplies, and purchasing needs.
• Coordinate laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and servicing to ensure operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes, efficiency, and overall performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certification as a P2/P3 Laboratory Technician or equivalent qualification.
• College degree in science, mathematics, or business preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience in a regulated laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of FDA cGMP, cGLP, ISO regulations, USP-NF standards, and Good Documentation Practices.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and analytical testing techniques.
• Familiarity with FTIR, TOC analyzers, analytical balances, pH meters, and microscopy methodologies is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, hands-on leader who takes pride in quality, accuracy, and teamwork. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing supervisory responsibilities with laboratory testing and daily operational needs.

Work Environment

This position is primarily based in a laboratory and office setting, with occasional exposure to manufacturing and warehouse environments. Responsibilities include frequent walking, occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds, and adherence to all applicable laboratory safety requirements.