Supervisor Histology

Position Overview As the Supervisor of Histology, you will lead the Operations team that generates control slides for internal and external customers. The team sections all tissue used for titering of raw materials, final release testing for instruments and reagent quality control, and all finished goods produced containing tissue. You will be responsible for obtaining procured tissue and ensuring all work complies with quality policies and procedures as they apply to material traceability, grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, and kitting in operations. Responsibilities Lead and empower direct reports through coaching, training, and ongoing constructive feedback; apply VACC principles (Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coaching) for effective team leadership and development. Manage team time, attendance, and performance through the annual review process, corrective actions as needed, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and training requirements. Hire, onboard, train, and develop new team members while optimizing staffing and conducting workforce planning to match current and future production demands. Assign workload strategically, motivate the team to meet or exceed customer expectations, and provide necessary guidance for career development of direct reports. Provide assistance with daily production, testing, maintenance, and release of tissue‑related finished goods within established schedules and budget targets while ensuring production factory adherence. Set daily, weekly, and monthly goals; align deliverables across shifts and processes; identify scheduling conflicts, production issues, and equipment maintenance needs, collaborating with support functions for resolution. Interface with other functional groups to gain alignment on new process implementation and problem resolution; identify improvement opportunities and obtain approvals for process changes. Determine and manage KPIs relevant to departmental performance including resource management, budget/spending, safety, quality, and delivery performance. Participate as a stakeholder in project‑based activities (e.g., new product transfers, inventory reduction, scale‑up) and collaborate with Finance and leadership to establish, maintain, and control department budgets, indirect material inventory, tissue inventory, sample processing, and instrumentation/asset management. Develop, administer, and contribute to continuous improvement of all Histology department policies and procedures to drive consistent, high‑quality processes and establish best practices within the manufacturing organization. Operate with a safety and quality mindset; address and accelerate any potentially unsafe hazards, report and investigate safety hazards, incidents and near misses in a timely manner. Ensure production area maintains right to operate and participate in internal and external quality and safety audits. Lead quality failure, root cause and corrective action investigations with other departments. Create a lean culture by empowering the workforce to provide and implement ideas to continuously improve and reduce waste. Own accountability for the manufacturing area’s continuous improvement and lean initiatives. Prepare presentations and reports to implement process improvements; collect data and trends and evaluate metrics (e.g., safety, quality, cost, delivery, people) to support KPIs. Utilize metrics to recommend manufacturing initiatives and improvement projects; host, facilitate and lead continuous improvement activities. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s Degree (BS or BA) in a biotech‑related field with 4 years relevant experience, or Master’s Degree (MS or MA) with 2 years relevant experience. Minimum of 4 years experience as a Histology Professional working in a lab environment; 2 years experience in processes, people or project leadership. Demonstrated ability to develop and lead high‑performing teams across all organizational levels, with strong communication, negotiation, and motivational skills aligned with VACC principles. Advanced technical expertise in histology, including troubleshooting released challenges, designing transfer protocols, and implementing quality control measures. Skilled in data‑driven decision making, performance tracking, analytics, situational assessment, and financial metrics/budget planning. Proficient with enterprise systems (SAP or similar) and Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides). Commitment to maintaining professional and technical knowledge through continuous education and industry engagement. Compensation The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Tucson, AZ is $75,000.00 – $139,400.00 USD annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance. Benefits Benefits qualify for the comprehensive benefits program detailed at the company’s benefits portal. Relocation benefits are not available for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Roche is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a fair and inclusive workplace and prohibit unlawful discrimination. If you have a disability and need accommodation for the online application process, please complete the Accommodations for Applicants form. #J-18808-Ljbffr