Laboratory Manager
Cheltenham
£35,000
Yolk Recruitment is pleased to support this leading food manufacturer in their search for a Laboratory Manager.
This is a fantastic opportunity with a well-established family business that values Quality, has a strong record of investing in people and the operation and is continuing to grow, offering long term security and the opportunity to develop your skill set and future career.
You'll be responsible for all aspects of the Laboratory operation, managing people, processes and ensuring quality throughout in a career that's sure to be rewarding with this well known brand!
As the Laboratory Manager, this is what you'll be doing:
Manage lab staff scheduling, ensuring full coverage and filling in as needed.
Oversee maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment per schedule.
Ensure timely and accurate product testing following standard methods.
Train, mentor, and develop Laboratory Technicians, monitoring performance and creating development plans.
Maintain consistency in lab operations and communicate food safety/quality issues effectively.
Assist the Technical Manager in site accreditation audits and meetings.
Coordinate testing and sampling of raw, in-process, and finished products, including root cause analysis.
Manage external sample testing, recording, and monitoring results.
Prepare Certificates of Conformance/Analysis for customers.
Initiate and manage non-conformance reports, e...