Testing Lab Operations Manager / Lab Manager

Job Description Title: Testing Lab Operations Manager Location: Bay Area, California Overview: Prove people management experience. Will manage 4 Sups and a team of about 40, including 15 CLS and 20 CLT. Multiple clients and 24/7 operations. What you will do: Oversee the day-to-day operations of Testing Laboratory, including infectious disease testing, product QC, and operations support. Directly manage department structure and suggest changes for increased efficiency, service, quality, and team member engagement. Collaborate with department supervisors to set goals and timelines. Perform complex testing on samples and oversee equipment maintenance, calibration, and documentation. Write/revise SOPs, training plans, and identify workflow efficiencies. Develop training materials and assess team competency. Implement quality control programs and ensure compliance with regulations. Prepare technical reports for management and hospital personnel. Manage a team of Clinical Laboratory Scientists, supervisors, and support staff. Design work schedules, delegate responsibilities, and conduct human resource management tasks. Ensure strong performance of external blood testing revenue business line. Make staffing and operational decisions based on customer demand and utilization patterns. Implement policies and procedures, manage budgets, and promote service excellence. Observe privacy and security policies to protect sensitive information. Education Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or life science Required Experience Qualifications: 1+ to 2 years of supervisory experience 5+ to 7 years of relevant experience in a clinical lab or blood center Licenses and Certifications: Clinical Laboratory Scientist - CLS required Upon Hire or CLS - MTA - California Clinical Laboratory Scientist required Upon Hire Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of immunohematology, chemistry, virology, and blood banking principles Familiarity with federal and state regulations, AABB Standards, and cGMPs Analytical thinking and ability to project and implement departmental goals Demonstrated integrity, ability to build effective teams, and deliver results Apply, or email your resume to Megan@, or call/text 617-746-2768. Schedule a chat here . Keywords: Laboratory, Blood Bank, San Francisco, San Jose, Laboratory Management Additional Information *NEW - To learn more please feel free to text us about this job!! *IF INTERESTED - Please click APPLY ONLINE or email us a copy of your resume directly (my email is next to my profile). Be sure to check out all of our jobs at We look forward to working with you! Meet Your Recruiter Megan Pivarnik Client Relationship Manager & Senior Healthcare Recruiter Megan is a Talent Acquisition Healthcare Recruiter based out of Boston, Massachusetts. She has a proven track record using strong organizational, personal, and communication skills to lead and recruit high-quality personnel, secure new business, and build lifelong relationships with Healthcare professionals throughout the nation! Originally from Connecticut, Megan graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Marketing and a minor in Global Communications. Outside of recruiting, she enjoys hanging out with friends, staying active, and spending time with her pets. Testimonials: "Megan from K.A. Recruiting was instrumental in me finding a position that really suited my skills and my preferences. She was quick to respond whenever I had questions and was always on top of things throughout the process. She turned what could've been a difficult process into a seamless experience.""I spent months looking for a new job on my own with no luck. Then I responded to an email from Megan at KA Recruiting and I had a completely different experience. She was helpful, responded very quickly, and found several job options for me. I wound up applying for a job that was much better suited for me. Megan made the entire process easy and stress-free. She even negotiated a higher salary on my behalf. I'm now a few months into my new job and I'm very happy! I would recommend KA Recruiting to anyone looking to find a better job."

Created: 2026-04-02