Our client is look for an individual to help supervise and lead the Laboratory within their flagship facility. This role is with a world-wide organization and a household name. This role is open due to promotion and could lead to a bigger role within the team. Must be willing to spend ¾ of your time out on the floor.

To be successful:

·Primary function of this position is to supervise laboratory technicians

oMay receive direction from cross functional leaders including, Production and Maintenance Superintendents, Technical Manager, Plant Manager

·Interfaces with supervisors and operators, maintenance workers and general service operators in collaborative fashion

·Ensure samples are received and checked into laboratory to maintain sample flow

·Train and explain needed maintenance on all lab equipment.

·Ensure on time and accurate testing for internal and external customers

·Generate and maintain staff schedule to ensure optimum laboratory coverage

·Ensure lab techs manage their time efficiently to maximize productivity and accountability

·Supervise the maintenance and calibration of lab equipment

·Review and maintain files related to QC testing and verify lab results, report Out of specification and start investigations

·Manage the Technician proficiency test program

·Monitor results throughout the day, check calculations, watch for abnormal results, request repeat tests and audit technician’s procedures.

·Responsible and accountable for the safety of all assigned personnel.

Other Duties:

·Perform necessary functions of a lab technician in peak times or for absences while ensuring all lab techs perform required analysis.

·Review results and present to the Lab Leadership each lab tech’s proficiency and capability to provide accurate lab results.

·Track all repeat analysis in the lab and present this data to the lab each month.

Requirements:

·Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or Food Science required, 5 years of lab technician or analyst experience, 2 to 5 years’ experience in similar supervisor position.

·Experience training and/or building teams