Laboratory Coordinator

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates seeks a dedicated lab supervisor to perform and oversee laboratory analysis of ingredients. You will ensure adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, safety protocols, and complete accurate records while guiding technicians in routine tests and data interpretation.

The role requires reading production schedules, communicating critical information to management, and maintaining QA documentation to support site lab standards and continual improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of Safety, Quality, and Material Management Systems and procedures.
• Ability to read and execute the daily production run schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead site lab technicians conducting physical and chemical tests with pipettes, pH meter, water activity meter, NIR, Lateral Flow Device, and ELISA.
• Interpret analytical method procedures and safety instructions using standard chemistry terms and measures.
• Maintain all records of analytical testing and quality control lab documentation; track and analyze trends.
• Inform Q&FS Manager and Line Manager of quality deviations for controls and product per internal procedures.
• Train and supervise lab technicians; ensure lab compliance to quality management systems and audits.

Skills

Schedule reading

Communication

Safety procedures

Lab supervision

Analytical testing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description:

This role is responsible for performing and supervising laboratory analysis of ingredients and recording results. Assure laboratory functions are followed including but not limited to methods performed correctly, records are complete and accurate, Good Laboratory Practices are followed, and associates are following proper safety procedures.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Working knowledge of Safety, Quality, and Material Management Systems and procedures
• Ability to read and understand the daily production run schedule and execute that plan.
• Ability to communicate to managers and team members any production, quality/food safety, or other business-critical information vital to operations and customer service.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of working at elevated heights.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repetitively.
• Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended).
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods.
• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, standing for extended periods, reaching, and climbing stairs.
• Must adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust, dirt, and chemicals.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead site lab technicians conducting physical and chemical tests including but not limited to pipettes, pH meter, water activity meter NIR, Lateral Flow Device, and ELISA methods.
• Interpret analytical method procedures and safety instructions using standard chemistry terms and measures.
• Deploy, Implement, any new methods (Mars approved one) required by Regional Q&FS Testing Manager
• Maintain all records of analytical testing and quality control lab documentation. Responsible for tracking, trend analysis, and other Quality Control related responsibilities.
• Inform Q&FS Manager and Line Manager of quality deviations for controls and product, according to Mars Internal procedures
• Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, including calibration of equipment. Ability to conduct limited Instrument troubleshooting and problem diagnosis, at first level.
• Supervise and may operate sampling of raw materials from bulk trucks, big bags, and totes.
• Coordinate all activities relating to MGS Regional Labs or external labs In term preparation of samples and delivery to the labs.
• Interpret data from routine analysis for RM in order to validate that materials meet specifications.
• Work to ensure lab compliance to quality management system and Site Lab Standard through training, documentations, quality records, and audits.
• Manage all CAPA related to site lab activities
• Train and instruct lab technicians.
• Ensure Lab participation in ring trials and proficiency testing programs.
• Being part of Regional site lab community under governance of Regional Q&FS testing and conformance.
• Report Quarterly metrics to MGS
• Liaise with MGS Site Lab Support scientist as It comes to compliance, Root cause analysis…
• Able to perform and train on routine calculations pertaining to analytical chemistry (e.g., dilution, concentration, test results).

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
  

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits.Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 29.28 - USD 40.26