Entomologist Supervisor

Company: Eurofins USA Food Testing
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Job Description Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g. Quality Manual, SOPs, and Methods. Adhere to appropriate quality measures to meet or exceed the standards set by ISO/IEC 17025, government regulatory, and company requirements relevant to assigned duties. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to assigned analytical work; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment. Registration of incoming samples (as needed), maintaining a neat and accurate record system of work performed on a daily basis and as needed for quality control tests or regulatory purposes. Enter the sample data into Eurofins eLIMS system in a timely and accurate manner. Experience in microscopy, plate reading, and insect fragments identification & quantification. Identification and classification of insect species and study its distribution pattern across various habitats in an effort to prevent spread of injurious species which can pose a threat to public health. Complete laboratory testing on all incoming samples in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner; ensure sample turnaround time goals are met or exceeded. Verify results and submit results to the appropriate personnel for transmission, in a timely manner. Identify process difficulties and report these together with proposed solutions to the supervisor. Execution – Review, update, approve, and submit FDA paperwork to imports client services team for each project. Lead FDA projects on spices, grains, vegetables, fruits, and seafood with an emphasis on extraneous matter testing and filth analysis. Maintain cooperative working relationships with all company employees. Communicate orally and in writing to coworkers. This includes “intra” and “inter” departmental employees. Promote the company image through the exercising of sound and ethical business practices as related to the public and our customers. Continually strive to improve the quality of work we provide to our clients through existing and new technologies. Identify non-conformances and out-of-specifications and investigate to determine the possible root causes. Provide Leadership and manage/assist other staff members in the team. Reviews and modifies group schedules based on current and projected workloads and staffing. Prioritizes the activities of the groups to ensure key goals are achieved and customer service needs are addressed. Manage personnel schedules for staff. Ordering and Inventory control for lab supplies and equipment. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required. Education/Experience (BMQ): Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, or entomology; and equivalent directly related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major). Additional preferences: 3-7 years laboratory experience in laboratory procedures, data analysis, computer operations, mathematics, and technical/business writing. Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions. Additional Information Position is Full-time, Monday-Friday 1st shift, plus additional days/hours as need. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply. Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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