Water Laboratory Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Farmers all around the world need tools to help provide the very best care to their land and animals. From seed to cheese, we help support those farmers through our herd and feed management solutions, milk recording and analysis, agricultural testing, consulting and more.

For the past 60 years we’ve woken up each day to support those that never stop feeding the world – and we have no plans to quit. We set the standard for farm management solutions and fix our eyes on raising the bar to meet the next generation of expectations.

Water Laboratory Supervisor – Marshfield, WI 

SUMMARY STATEMENT

AgSource is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Water Laboratory Supervisor to lead daily operations within our Marshfield Water Laboratory. This role is responsible for overseeing laboratory personnel, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance, managing workflow and turnaround times, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership skills with technical laboratory expertise to maintain a high-performing team dedicated to delivering accurate and timely results to our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supervise, coach, and develop laboratory staff, including scheduling, training, performance management, and employee development.

· Coordinate daily laboratory operations to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of testing.

· Monitor laboratory quality systems and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and safety requirements.

· Review laboratory data, reports, and quality control measures to ensure accuracy and integrity.

· Assist with method validation, process improvements, and implementation of new technologies or procedures.

· Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.

· Manage laboratory inventory, supplies, and reagent needs.

· Collaborate with internal departments and customers to address technical questions and service needs.

· Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

· Support budgeting, resource planning, and operational goals established by laboratory leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.

· Previous laboratory experience in an environmental, water, analytical, or related testing environment.

· Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED 

· Experience in a certified environmental or water testing laboratory.

· Knowledge of EPA testing methodologies and laboratory accreditation requirements.

· Experience with quality systems, audits, and regulatory compliance.

· Familiarity with instrumentation commonly used in water testing laboratories

What You'll Bring

· A commitment to delivering high-quality laboratory results.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

· A collaborative leadership style focused on employee engagement and development.

· The ability to thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment while maintaining attention to detail.

BENEFITS

· Excellent Vacation and Sick Time Off Plans
· Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
· 401k Plan with generous employer match
· Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
· Ancillary Benefits Available
· EAP Program