Microbiology Lab Supervisor

  • Belmar Pharma Solutions
  • Golden, Colorado
  • Full Time

Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor Division Belmar Pharma Solutions Category Pharmaceutical Description

Since 1985, Belmar Pharma Solutions has been the compounding pharmacy of choice for healthcare providers who refuse to compromise on quality, consistency, and clinical support. We have been leaders in Women's Health since our inception and continue to offer unsurpassed educational resources for women's and men's hormones, along with a dedicated Women's Health team.

At Belmar, our benefits reflect our commitment to wellness, respect, and accountability. We offer comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) with 5% match with no vesting period, paid time off and holidays, $500 referral bonuses, and access to free or reduced-cost prescriptions because supporting our team enables us to deliver unmatched care.

Responsible for ensuring the Microbiology Laboratory operates smoothly by scheduling staff, reordering supplies, maintaining all security protocols and standards while adhering to the Belmar mission, vision and values. Utilize supervisory skills, and lab safety know-how to ensure laboratories are safe and continue to operate. Responsible for all aspects of the lab, which includes tracking and monitoring equipment, managing employees, testing execution, and documentation of events.

Lab Supervisors also train microbiology laboratory analysts on the correct use of equipment and mentor and discipline lab staff when necessary. Oversee samples submitted for testing and help create a testing schedule with the General Manager. Ensure tests are completed in a timely manner, accurate, and all documentation is complete and accurate. Make sure employees follow industry standards and safety regulations for the handling and disposal of test samples. Maintain a schedule that tracks lab equipment used and time for staff members and are responsible for purchasing lab supplies or preparing an ordering list.

Responsibilities:

  • Regular meetings with quality and other department staff
  • Implement policies and procedures.
  • Review, monitor, track and trend technical and employee performance.
  • Coordinate and perform on-site training for new and existing staff members.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of microbiology laboratory operations.
  • Extend customer service to include all internal and external customers.
  • Ensure communication of laboratory data and appropriate result reporting.
  • Release samples to laboratory personnel and communicate due dates and update turnaround times. Answer questions related to testing, EM procedures, lab applications.
  • Lead the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and system regulations to provide a safe operation.
  • Ensure compliance with all corporate policy procedures.
  • Expand the lab's research portfolio by helping to develop new research projects and proposals.
  • Establish and maintain all microbiology laboratory records in accordance with specifications.
  • Ensure supplies are available as required for laboratory work.
  • Recommend measures to improve testing procedures, use of equipment, and needs for new equipment.
  • Monitor, analyze and justify expense and revenue within departments.

Physical Requirements:

  • Be able to work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking, for prolonged periods of time
  • Exposure to chemicals used in during assay preparation (special safety precautions must be taken when working with these chemicals)
  • Must be able to use necessary equipment such as computers, scanners, or other technology devices as assigned
  • Must be able to wear required PPE for long periods of time when required

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in science is preferred or equivalent experience in the field.
  • Minimium 3 years in a GMP facility
  • Minimium 1 year of supervising employees
  • Experience operating laboratory equipment related to microbial ID, endotoxin, bioburden, and sterility testing.
  • Use good documentation skills/organizational skills to record lab procedures and results.
  • Critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
  • Familiarity with compendial testing and regulatory guidance.

Pay Range: $72,100 - $78,200

Position Requirements

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift -not applicable- User5 Position Pay Range $72,100 - $78,200 City and State Position Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Open Date 5/29/2026 Location Belmar Labs EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job ID: 523065632
Originally Posted on: 5/31/2026

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