Beverage Lab Quality Lead

Refresco; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Holiday allowance 28 days

Extra holiday purchase

Life assurance

Virtual GP

Benefits platform

Grocery Aid

Job summary

Refresco in Bridgwater is seeking a Lab Manager to lead the on-site laboratory to the highest industry standards. You will manage a team of 10 quality analysts, overseeing daily lab operations and ISO17025-based testing to ensure the finest quality for beverages.

The role covers calibration, budget management, procurement, documentation, and training, with a strong focus on safety and data reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least two years in a quality-focused food production role or three years in a laboratory environment.
• Experience leading a lab team and administering quality systems (CAPAs, audits, NCs).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations to ensure timely, compliant testing.
• Lead calibration, servicing, and validation of equipment; ensure quick repairs and minimal downtime.
• Manage lab budget, procurement and stock control to support the factory.
• Ensure testing, documentation and raw material checks meet regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain training, SOPs, risk assessments, and data reporting for stakeholders.
• Foster a safe, proactive team culture focused on quality and efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Lab operations

Quality assurance

Problem-solving

Tools

ISO17025

Job description

Refresco in Bridgwater is seeking a Lab Manager to lead the on-site laboratory to the highest industry standards. You will manage a team of 10 quality analysts, overseeing daily lab operations and ISO17025-based testing to ensure the finest quality for beverages.

The role covers calibration, budget management, procurement, documentation, and training, with a strong focus on safety and data reporting for internal and external stakeholders.