Laboratory Manager (Interim for replacement of Maternity Leave)
Main Functions
Purpose:
The interim Laboratory Manager (covering for maternity leave) is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Quality Control Laboratory to ensure smooth flow of samples and testing to generate accurate and repeatable data that can be relied upon. Hands-on laboratory testing is also expected as required.
Essential Functions:
- Oversee quality control testing and associated data throughout the production cycle, including the testing of raw materials, fermentation process stages, and final products.
- Responsible for final product release. Inform production management of any out of specification product for immediate corrective and preventative action to be taken.
- Supervise testing activities to ensure repeatability and reproducibility of data while preserving high productivity and technical integrity. Ensure all data are recorded in the appropriate data repository in a timely manner.
- Periodically review and visually audit laboratory staff testing to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Hire, train, coach and review the performance of Laboratory Technicians. Counsel lab staff regarding problems encountered in daily lab operations. Take disciplinary action as needed in collaboration with production management.
- Ensures good laboratory practices are always maintained in an ordered and safe work environment.
- Coordinates analyses done through external laboratories as required.
- Supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new laboratory equipment or analytical techniques.
- Promote and enhance a positive team environment.
- Ensure an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, within prescribed budgetary limits.
- Schedule calibration and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed. Troubleshoot and correct equipment issues when necessary.
- Participates in the monitoring of the environmental program as required.
- Participate in ring tests and other proficiency tests as scheduled.
- On-site position with no remote work options during regular work hours.
- Must be flexible to provide support during off-hours or off-shifts & weekends.
- Perform duties work as assigned.
Technical skills
Required
- Strong knowledge of good laboratory practices and good manufacturing practices
- A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
Personal abilities
Required
- Ability to develop and maintain productive and positive relationships
- Attention to detail
General criteria
Required
- Available for occasional off hour calls and support for emergencies.