Laboratory Operations Manager (Food Chemistry Testing)
Campden BRI offer commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, and wines and spirits. You would be supporting the day-to-day operations of a high volume commercial food & drink testing laboratory!
* Adherence to and improvement of the Quality Management System and Health & Safety policies
* Maintain excellent service levels for clients/members
* Support the Team Managers in efficient resource allocation
* Manage the equipment and assets of the department
* Manage costs and support the department in meeting financial metrics
Laboratory Operations Manager role
* Co-ordinating Team Managers and overseeing daily laboratory operations.
* Improving existing workflows and support in the LIMS upgrade.
* Leading, developing and supporting Team Managers.
* Leading and championing quality and health & safety.
* Reviewing and improving operational efficiency and best practice.
* Reviewing, highlighting, and supporting business case development on laboratory investment needs.
Laboratory Operations Manager experience required
* Experience of leading laboratory operations in a large volume commercial laboratory including experience in managing team supervisors.
* Wide experience of leading people, creating clarity, coaching, and driving performance standards.
* Understanding of the analytical and quality requirements for the analysis of contaminants and nutritional components.
* Demonstrable experience in the application of Continuous Improvement Principles to deliver operational improvements.
* Demonstrable experience in change management.
* Proven competence in managing timely and cost-effective delivery of technical services.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
* Knowledge of the needs of the food and related industries would be desirable.
* Experienced in the implementation of quality/business management systems and the requirements of the ISO 17025 standard.
* Science-related degree (Chemistry degree would be an advantage).
Benefits
* Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Buy and sell holiday scheme
* A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
* Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
* Subsidised onsite restaurant
* £Competitive salary
Please note due to our rural location you must be able to drive and have your own transport.
Working hours- Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.15pm (4.30pm finish on Fridays).
Click 'apply now' on send your CV to recruitment@campdenbri.co.uk.