What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Manager position at HiFyve?
HiFyve is hiring a Lab Manager in the Manufacturing industry!
Salary: $90K/yearly plus 10% yearly bonus
Shift: Day Shift
Location: On-site in Fond Du Lac, WI area
Position Overview:
HiFyve is partnering with a leading manufacturer focused on creating high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. This organization is passionate about innovation and continuously explores new ways to enhance product performance and value across human and animal nutrition portfolios. They offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a competitive 401(k) company match program.
The Lab Manager has the responsibility of overseeing the daily operations of the laboratory, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all testing and results. This role ensures that all lab procedures meet regulatory and company standards, fosters continuous improvement, and leads a team of lab technicians to perform a wide range of tests.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead by example with a positive attitude and innovative thinking to help drive culture change and contribute to business strategy
Recruit, coach, direct, and supervise QA technicians and sanitation personnel
Assist with SOP development, quality specifications, safety procedures, and job expectations
Manage and oversee Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) and sanitation programs
Oversee all lab functions including analytical testing on raw materials, packaging, in-process samples, and finished products
Ensure compliance with all quality specifications and testing standards
Conduct and document equipment calibrations and maintenance
Perform GMP walk-throughs and facility quality audits to identify improvements and best practices
Notify QA Manager and Plant Manager when products or ingredients fail to meet specifications
Maintain safe and organized storage locations for hazardous materials and lab supplies
Assist with customer and regulatory audits as backup SQF practitioner for the Fond Du Lac facility
Support the Quality Assurance Manager in improving quality systems
Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal safety and regulatory requirements
Promote and engage in food safety practices to prevent foodborne illness or injury
Serve as trained backup support during employee absences as needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience in life science, nutrition, or related field
5 years of laboratory experience, preferably within dairy or food manufacturing
2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and computer software applications
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Previous experience supervising teams in a manufacturing or laboratory environment
Salary : $90,000