Laboratory Manager

Eurofins Scientific; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific company in Macclesfield is seeking a Lab Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of their analytical lab. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with significant experience in analytical chemistry labs. Responsibilities include managing a small team, ensuring compliance with quality standards, developing analytical methods, and maintaining equipment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment focused on excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or similar required.
• Strong experience in an analytical chemistry lab necessary.
• Hands-on experience with specific testing instruments important.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day operations of the analytical lab.
• Manage and support a small team.
• Plan workloads and ensure tests are completed on time.
• Develop and improve new analytical methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality management.

Skills

Analytical chemistry lab experience

Development of analytical methods

Supervising or mentoring staff

Understanding of quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 17025)

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry

MSc/PhD

Training in laboratory management

Tools

ICP-OES / LECO

Metallography (optical, SEM-EDX)

XRD

Physical testing (particle size, thickness)

Job description

Lab Management

• Run the day‑to‑day operations of the analytical lab.
• Manage and support a small team of an analytical chemist and/or technician/apprentice.
• Plan workloads, maintain equipment, and ensure all testing is completed on time.
• Keep lab systems and documentation up to date and compliant with standards.
• Help set lab goals, KPIs, and long‑term improvement plans.
• Improve and develop new analytical methods.
• Ensure all testing and records are accurate and fully traceable.
• Solve complex analytical problems and support root‑cause investigations.
• Work closely with production, quality, and R&D to understand priorities.
• Manage testing requests and ensure resources are used effectively.
• Manage stock of chemicals, reagents, and lab consumables.
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Lead safety checks, risk assessments, and COSHH reviews.
• Support quality standards including ISO 9001 and ISO 17025.
• Prepare reports and summaries for managers and other teams.
• Support audits and continuous improvement projects.
• Carry out other tasks as needed by the Technical Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or similar (essential).
• MSc/PhD (desirable).
• Training in laboratory management, analytical techniques, or quality standards (desirable).
• Strong experience working in an analytical chemistry lab (essential).
• Experience developing and improving analytical methods (essential).
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • ICP‑OES / LECO
  • Metallography (optical, SEM‑EDX)
  • XRD
  • Physical testing (particle size, thickness)
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff (essential).
• Experience working to standards like ISO 9001 or ISO 17025 (essential).
• Experience supporting manufacturing or R&D teams (essential).