Lab Manager

Lab Manager - Full-time

Locations:

• Fresno, CA
• Minneapolis, MN
• Columbus, OH

Required Qualifications:

• Supervision and oversight 5 - 30 incumbents dependent on Lab volume.

• BS/MS Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or a related field.

• Experience with technical procedures or governmental regulations preferred or pursuing equivalent work experience.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Job Description

• Supervise laboratory operations to maintain quality, efficiency, and turnaround time on lab work.

• Ensure timely and accurate responses to customer questions or concerns to maintain our high level of customer service.

• Serve as the hiring manager for the laboratory.

• Ensure that all personnel receive timely reviews and have promotional and/or professional development goals.

• Manage laboratory financials to ensure profitability.

• Work with the Laboratory team to be ISO 17025 compliant and ensure that the Corporate Quality Management System is correctly employed.

• Ensure the laboratory is clean, sanitary, and well organized and that building/equipment maintenance operations are performed.

• Maintain the Laboratory Safety Program at all times.

• Supervise non-routine projects per client request and as assigned.

• Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific journals, attending professional workshops, and being aware of food industry issues and trends.

• Periodically review and visually audit laboratory staff to ensure compliance with methods.

• Communicate directly with clients on laboratory capability, results, pricing, and related topics.

• Travel is required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Authorized for method verification.

Benefits:

• Progressive 401k Retirement Savings Plan

• Employer-paid Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

• Group Medical

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dental

• Paid Holidays and Time Off