Lab Operations Leader – Food & Cosmetics Testing

Laemmegroup S.r.l.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Microbiological Services – A Tentamus Company is seeking a Technical Operations Manager to lead food and cosmetic testing laboratory operations. You will act as the technical authority on-site, ensuring testing methodologies and quality control align with UKAS (ISO 17025) standards and safety legislation.

You will manage a team of analysts, drive technical projects, and serve as the primary contact for client inquiries, audits, and compliance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field.
• Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 17025 QMS.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure ISO 17025 compliance.
• Lead and mentor Technicians and Microbiologists.
• Oversee microbiological testing operations for food and cosmetics.
• Prepare for and respond to third-party, customer and regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with Quality Team to maintain KPI reporting.

Skills

Leadership

ISO 17025

Quality Systems

Team mentorship

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Tools

CPSR writing

Job description

Southern Microbiological Services – A Tentamus Company is seeking a Technical Operations Manager to lead food and cosmetic testing laboratory operations. You will act as the technical authority on-site, ensuring testing methodologies and quality control align with UKAS (ISO 17025) standards and safety legislation.

You will manage a team of analysts, drive technical projects, and serve as the primary contact for client inquiries, audits, and compliance reporting.