Analytical Lab Manager

Analytical Lab Manager is highly technical and administrative in nature. The Analytical Lab Manager has a key role in plant production operations due to the manufacturing support duties that comprise this area. The Manager interacts with manufacturing areas in the plant at all levels. This position also works closely with division functions and QA groups for problem solving.

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Assures that all lab testing is performed according to established requirements and that all results are compared to specific standards.
• Strives for improved efficiency and effectiveness of testing procedures and their impact on production operations.
• Interfaces with division personnel in the development of Lab guidelines and specifications.
• Reviews non-conformances and trends that impact laboratory and product and provides recommendations and corrective actions.
• Test results must comply with all internal standards, specifications, etc., and must comply with regulation requirements.
• Results outside the established limits must be reviewed thoroughly.
• The Manager will assist Manufacturing and other departments in preparing and implementing corrective actions for those circumstances when standards are not met and preparing product disposition recommendations in those cases.
• Provides leadership to assure that all employees receive necessary training and direction to effectively execute their individual duties and responsibilities.
• Performs QA document reviews to assess compliance of testing activities, uncover any problem areas and pursue corrective action with the proper departments, evaluate impact of manufacturing procedures on lab testing and product quality, and assess any needs for formulation adjustments for better control.
• Controls budget and quality costs in the manufacturing operation through preparation of headcount needs, overtime/contract labor management, direct expense/capital equipment needs, development of accurate labor standards, and comprehensive laboratory plans for short- and long-range outlooks.

• Bachelor's Degree – Chemistry, or related field
• Four years knowledge of food processing techniques, laboratory procedures and documentation requirements, and statistical applications is essential.
• Two years supervisory/leadership required.

• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• FreeU education benefit
• Tuition reimbursement
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program

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