Lab Manager

Equity Packaging, Inc; Connecticut; On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Equity Packaging, Inc. is seeking a Lab Manager in Connecticut to support pilot plant operations, collect product samples, and perform analytical measurements. The role requires basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) and a willingness to wear lab gear such as lab coats and steel-toe shoes.

The candidate should have a Diploma or higher in a scientific field and 5+ years of lab testing experience in CPG/FMCG or related industries, with strong communication skills both written and oral.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in a scientific field such as lab tech.
• Experience in lab testing or pilot plant support is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support general pilot plant operations including sampling, weighing, and packing.
• Perform analytical measurements and ensure lab safety.
• Assist EH lab support and maintain equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Teams (nice to have)

Good communication skills

Education

Diploma or higher in scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Teams

Job description

Position :Lab Manager Location : Connecticut Category : Consumer Products Job Type : Full-time (On-site)

Job description

• Support general pilot plant operations (collecting products, taking analytical measurements (e.g. product weights), metal detecting, packing, cleaning equipment, weighing ingredients for special projects/ EH lab support).
• Must have basic computer skills, e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word; familiar with Teams (nice to have).
• Provide steel-toe shoes and Lab coats.

Candidate Requirements

• Prefer a minimum Diploma or graduate degree from a scientific background discipline, e.g., lab tech.
• 5+ Experience in lab testing for CPG, FMCG, Food & Beverage or related industries
• Good communication skills both oral and written