Senior Laboratory Operations Manager
4 weeks ago
Company Overview
We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to lead our laboratory operations at First Base. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee laboratory operations and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
- Collaborate with the Laboratory Team Leader and ensure adequate rota coverage, including covering shifts when required.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment according to schedules.
- Check and sign off laboratory paperwork.
- Schedule and monitor product testing using correct methodologies.
- Manage, train, and develop laboratory staff, reviewing performance and setting development plans.
- Ensure clear communication on food safety and quality issues.
- Assist the Technical Manager during site accreditation audits and meetings.
- Train and assess new and existing staff per the Laboratory Manual and company standards.
- Coordinate testing and sampling of materials, conducting root cause analysis when necessary.
- Manage external lab sample submissions, monitor results, and prepare Certificates of Analysis/Conformance for customers.
- Initiate and report on non-conforming product issues, advising the Technical Manager on product failures.
- Generate and coordinate Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports.
- Maintain compliance with laboratory policies on Health and Safety, COSHH, Food Safety, and HACCP.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic workplace.
Essential Skills:
- Background experience in a laboratory setting, ideally in Food Science, Microbiology, or Biology.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Experience coordinating small teams, ideally in a laboratory environment.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for documenting test results and reporting to management.
- Confident, motivated, and proactive, with strong leadership abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- HNC/Degree in a science-related subject desirable.
Salary: £35,000 per annum. We offer a competitive salary based on industry standards and your experience.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality results and ensuring customer satisfaction. If you have a background in laboratory management and a desire to take your career to the next level, please apply now.
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