Laboratory Manager (Interim for replacement of Maternity Leave)

Lallemand Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lallemand Inc. seeks an Interim Laboratory Manager to oversee the Quality Control Laboratory during maternity leave, ensuring smooth operation of sample testing and generation of accurate, repeatable data. Hands-on testing is expected as required.

You will supervise technicians, manage the final product release, ensure SOP compliance, coordinate external analyses, and maintain equipment through calibration and maintenance. On-site with possible after-hours support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality control testing and associated data throughout the production cycle, including testing of raw materials, fermentation stages, and final products.
• Responsible for final product release; inform production management of any out of specification product for immediate corrective and preventative action.
• Supervise testing activities to ensure repeatability and data integrity; ensure data is recorded in the appropriate data repository in a timely manner.
• Periodically review and visually audit laboratory staff testing to ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Hire, train, coach and review the performance of Laboratory Technicians; counsel lab staff regarding problems and take disciplinary action as needed in collaboration with production management.
• Ensure good laboratory practices are maintained in an ordered and safe work environment.
• Coordinate analyses done through external laboratories as required.
• Supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new laboratory equipment or analytical techniques.
• Promote and enhance a positive team environment.
• Ensure an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment within prescribed budgetary limits.
• Schedule calibration and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment; troubleshoot and correct equipment issues when necessary.
• Participates in monitoring the environmental program as required.
• Participate in ring tests and other proficiency tests as scheduled.
• On-site position with no remote work options during regular work hours; must be flexible to provide support during off-hours or weekends.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Job description

Purpose:

The interim Laboratory Manager (covering for maternity leave) is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Quality Control Laboratory to ensure smooth flow of samples and testing to generate accurate and repeatable data that can be relied upon. Hands‑on laboratory testing is also expected as required.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee quality control testing and associated data throughout the production cycle, including the testing of raw materials, fermentation process stages, and final products.
• Responsible for final product release. Inform production management of any out of specification product for immediate corrective and preventative action to be taken.
• Supervise testing activities to ensure repeatability and reproducibility of data while preserving high productivity and technical integrity. Ensure all data are recorded in the appropriate data repository in a timely manner.
• Periodically review and visually audit laboratory staff testing to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Hire, train, coach and review the performance of Laboratory Technicians. Counsel lab staff regarding problems encountered in daily lab operations. Take disciplinary action as needed in collaboration with production management.
• Ensures good laboratory practices are always maintained in an ordered and safe work environment.
• Coordinates analyses done through external laboratories as required.
• Supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new laboratory equipment or analytical techniques.
• Promote and enhance a positive team environment.
• Ensure an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, within prescribed budgetary limits.
• Schedule calibration and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed. Troubleshoot and correct equipment issues when necessary.
• Participates in the monitoring of the environmental program as required.
• Participate in ring tests and other proficiency tests as scheduled.
• On‑site position with no remote work options during regular work hours.
• Must be flexible to provide support during off‑hours or off‑shifts & weekends.
• Perform duties work as assigned.