Laboratory Manager (Richland, WA)

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

15 days paid time off per year

6 paid holidays per year

Employee assistance program

Job summary

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group is seeking a Laboratory Manager at its Richland, WA facility. This full-time position offers a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 per year, depending on experience, and includes benefits such as medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.

The ideal candidate will possess a BS or BA in the biological sciences and at least 2 years of laboratory experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with ISO17025 standards and managing staff performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with ISO17025 standards preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all testing methodology is followed accurately.
• Manage staff performance and maintain 24/7 operations.
• Oversee QA/QC and compliance with ISO17025 standards.
• Train staff in testing methods and maintain competence.
• Schedule staff according to client needs.
• Interact with clients to maintain effective communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Multitasking

Proficiency with data entry

Understanding of food microbiology methods

Education

BS or BA in biological sciences or related field

Job description

IEH Laboratories, a Leader in Food Safety, is now accepting applications for a Laboratory Manager position at its facility in Richland, WA.

Qualifications

• A BS or BA in the biological sciences or a related field (required)
• Industrial laboratory experience: 2+ years (preferred)
• Experience with ISO17025 standards (preferred)
• Proficiency with data entry and computer applications
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong understanding of food microbiology methods and aseptic technique in the laboratory

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all testing methodology is followed accurately
• Effectively managing staff performance, including through one-on-one meetings, evaluations, and training, to maintain 24/7 operations
• Overseeing QA/QC and maintaining compliance with ISO17025 standards
• Training staff in testing methods and maintaining ongoing staff competence
• Effectively scheduling staff according to client needs
• Interacting with clients to maintain effective communication and ongoing understanding of client operational needs
• Helping with analysis to ensure client expectations and covering shifts in the absence of employees, as needed
• Maintaining communication with corporate departments to ensure all laboratory processes are up-to-date with latest requirements

The pay range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000 annually (DOE). This is a full-time, non-exempt position and is eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 6 paid holidays per year, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 401(k) (with up to 3% employer match after eligibility criteria are met).

Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate to severe food allergies are discouraged from applying.

To apply for this position please access the company’s job posting at: https://portal.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#6a160b13b7a8d73eb39af78a

After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single PDF.

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