Dairy Lab Program Manager: Research, Compliance & Ops

csusystem

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 60,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a Dairy Lab Manager to oversee scheduling, operations, regulatory compliance and maintenance of the dairy lab at CSU Spur in Denver, CO. The role supports dairy manufacturers with research and production, and contributes to courses, K-12 enrichment, and the development of a creamery program.

You will lead buildout, equipment validation, and procurement; manage lab administration, client contracts, and scheduling; operate the lab with calendar management,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, environmental science, or related field.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and SOP development in lab or food production settings.
  • Preferred: dairy or food production lab operations management.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee lab buildout, equipment validation, and procurement planning.
  • Manage lab administration, contracts, scheduling, and inventory.
  • Operate and maintain the dairy lab, calendar management, sanitation, trials and production runs.
  • Support sensory studies, product development, and event support.

Skills

Regulatory compliance
Quality assurance
SOP development
Lab operations management
Vendor & client relationship
Sensory studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science/chemistry/environmental science/industrial technology

Tools

GMP knowledge
Sanitation protocols
Equipment maintenance knowledge

Job description

Colorado State University is seeking a Dairy Lab Manager to oversee scheduling, operations, regulatory compliance and maintenance of the dairy lab at CSU Spur in Denver, CO. The role supports dairy manufacturers with research and production, and contributes to courses, K-12 enrichment, and the development of a creamery program.

You will lead buildout, equipment validation, and procurement; manage lab administration, client contracts, and scheduling; operate the lab with calendar management,

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