Technical Operations Leader - Food & Cosmetic Lab

EpiLogic GmbH; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Microbiological Services - a Tentamus Company is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead food and cosmetics testing lab operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methods and QC align with UKAS ISO 17025 standards and safety regulations, while guiding a team of analysts and managing technical projects.

You will be the primary contact for client inquiries, oversee the QA/QMS, audits, and KPI reporting, and contribute to continual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience leading laboratory teams.
• Strong knowledge of UKAS/ISO17025 standards.
• Cosmetics testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA/QMS to align with ISO 17025.
• Lead analysts and microbiologists.
• Manage client inquiries and project timelines.
• Prepare KPI data and audits readiness.

Skills

Quality & Compliance

Team Leadership

Testing & Analysis

Auditing

Quality Management

Laboratory Management

ISO 17025

Education

BSc in Food Science / Microbiology

Job description

Southern Microbiological Services - a Tentamus Company is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead food and cosmetics testing lab operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methods and QC align with UKAS ISO 17025 standards and safety regulations, while guiding a team of analysts and managing technical projects.

You will be the primary contact for client inquiries, oversee the QA/QMS, audits, and KPI reporting, and contribute to continual