JOB SUMMARY

Our client is a leading provider of testing, quality assurance and R&D services for the food and consumer products industry. They have an immediate opening for an experienced manager in our microbiology laboratory. This position will be managing a staff of approximately 10 technicians/scientists as well as technical management of all projects and procedures.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

· Responsible for laboratory compliance to Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Safety and operational policies, procedures and practices.

· Responsible for the successful hiring, evaluating, training, promoting and developing of employees.

· Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of work orders for project and account managers.

· Must exercise judgment in time management, work scheduling, project coordination, maintaining instruments, facilities and documentation of work.

· Responsible for the identification and solution of technical and operational problems.

· Demonstrates superior knowledge of a wide variety of tests, analysis or experimental techniques.

· Participates in activities related to professional advancement, including seminars, professional societies and continuing education opportunities.

· Administers and explains policies and procedures to employees.

· Reviewing all data coming out of the laboratories for accuracy and completion.

· Researches new technology to maintain up-to-date methods and procedures.

Job Requirements:

· Minimum of a Bachelors degree (Microbiology, Food Science or Similar Science) in related field and Six years of relevant food microbiological experience.

· Must have a strong microbiological testing background

· Must have experience with various tests and testing equipment, HPLC, HPLC mass spec etc.

· Must have food testing experience and prefer experience with pharmaceuticals, OTCs, among others.

· Must have at least 3 -5 years of management experience

· Must have demonstrated written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of in-house staff and clients.

· Must be familiar with government agencies and regulations as they apply. FDA, USDA, Auditing etc.

· Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Internet and E-Mail.

In return, this company can offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and relocation is available if needed! Send resume to: job@fooemployment.com or call 815-623-3600

Qualified applicants may send their resumes directly to jobs@foodemployment.com
or for more information call 815-623-3600