Technical Operations Manager: Lab Lead for ISO 17025

Tentamus Group GmbH; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Microbiological Services, a Tentamus Company, seeks an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead our UK laboratory operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methodologies and QC align with ISO 17025 and safety legislation while guiding analysts and project work.

You will drive quality, manage audits, mentor staff, and liaise with clients to ensure timely, accurate results and continuous improvement across microbiological testing for food and

Qualifications

• Experience leading a laboratory team in food or cosmetics.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 17025 and safety requirements.
• Proven track record of quality and compliance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QMS and ensure ISO 17025 compliance.
• Lead technicians and microbiologists, with training and performance goals.
• Manage microbiological food and cosmetic testing operations.
• Coordinate audits and respond to regulatory requests.
• Present KPI data to Quality Team and stakeholders.

Skills

Laboratory management

ISO 17025 knowledge

Leadership / people management

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science / Microbiology / Chemistry

Job description

Southern Microbiological Services, a Tentamus Company, seeks an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead our UK laboratory operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methodologies and QC align with ISO 17025 and safety legislation while guiding analysts and project work.

You will drive quality, manage audits, mentor staff, and liaise with clients to ensure timely, accurate results and continuous improvement across microbiological testing for food and