Support Services (Summa Canisters) Group Leader, Eurofins Environment Testing - Air Toxics, Folsom, CA

## Company Description Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies 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 to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies. With over 50 laboratories and more than 40 service centers nationwide, Eurofins Environment Testing provides full-service environmental analysis across all 50 states. Our network supports public and private clients—including DoD, DOE, and municipalities—through robust logistics and continuous investment in people, technology, and infrastructure. We offer comprehensive testing for air, water, soil, sediment, tissue, and waste, covering a wide range of analytes including PFAS, metals, VOCs/SVOCs, dioxins/furans, radiochemicals, and more. ## Job Description Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Support Services Group Leader to join our team! The Support Services Group Leader is responsible for managing and directing all aspects of the canister preparation department, including staffing, workflow planning, quality standards, and resource allocation. The Group Lead ensures that departmental goals align with organizational objectives and drives operational efficiency through strategic oversight rather than hands-on task execution. As the first-level front-line leader, the Group Lead sets performance expectations, coaches and develops staff, and exercises independent judgment in operational decisions, including process improvements, scheduling, and allocation of resources. This role represents senior management in the department, translating company goals, policies, and culture into actionable strategies, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** **Safety & Compliance** - Lead and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all departmental activities comply with company policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements. - Oversee staff training programs to ensure team members consistently follow safety protocols. - Support and help resolve safety and compliance issues while maintaining accountability to senior management. **Operations & Productivity** - Manage and direct daily departmental operations, including workflow planning, staffing allocation, and scheduling to ensure efficiency and timely delivery. - Supervise and perform tasks, including: - Canister cleaning and certification - Assembly of sampling equipment - High-volume media preparation - Equipment handling and readiness - Monitor and drive productivity to meet operational targets while controlling costs. - Ensure shipment orders are fulfilled accurately and on time, aligning with client schedules and project requirements. - Identify and implement workflow optimizations to scale operations and support business growth. **Quality & Continuous Improvement** - Establish and enforce departmental quality standards, including proper canister/media preparation, certification, and equipment readiness. - Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance workflow, quality, and operational performance. - Communicate production or technical issues to senior management and drive timely resolution. **Customer Focus** - Act as the primary departmental point of contact for client concerns, coordinating staff to ensure timely and effective resolution. - Support project planning by understanding client needs and aligning operations to meet expectations. - Ensure a high level of serv…