Technical Operations Manager, Microbiology & Cosmetics Lab

Minerva Scientific Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Microbiological Services - a Tentamus Company in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead our Food and Cosmetic testing laboratory operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methodologies, QA, and safety compliance.

You will manage a team of analysts, oversee projects, and be the primary contact for client inquiries, audits, and continual improvement of the Laboratory Quality Management System under ISO 17025.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 17025 and UKAS standards.
• Proven leadership and team-management experience.
• Experience in microbiological testing of food and cosmetics.
• Excellent communication with clients and during audits.

Responsibilities

• Quality and Compliance – oversee Laboratory Quality Management System ensuring ISO 17025 compliance.
• Team Leadership – mentor Technicians and Microbiologists and drive training/goals.
• Testing and Analysis – oversee microbiological testing operations for food and cosmetics.
• Auditing – lead readiness and responses to audits by third parties, customers and regulators.
• Quality Management – work with Quality Team to maintain high standards and KPI reporting.
• Proven experience in laboratory management or senior technical role in food or cosmetics industries.

Skills

ISO 17025 knowledge

Laboratory leadership

Team mentoring

Quality management

Client communication

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related

Job description

Southern Microbiological Services - a Tentamus Company in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Operations Manager to lead our Food and Cosmetic testing laboratory operations. You will act as the on-site technical authority, ensuring testing methodologies, QA, and safety compliance.

You will manage a team of analysts, oversee projects, and be the primary contact for client inquiries, audits, and continual improvement of the Laboratory Quality Management System under ISO 17025.