Microbiology Lab Manager - Lead Quality and Compliance

Abbott; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Education benefits

Recognized as great place to work

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Microbiology Lab Manager in Sturgis, MI to lead the microbiology lab in the Nutrition division. You will oversee testing programs, CAPA, and audits to ensure product quality and safety across ingredients, in-process, and finished products.

You will partner with manufacturing and QA to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency. You will recruit, coach, and retain a diverse, high‑performing team while maintaining strict GMP compliance and regulatory alignment with FDA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Bacteriology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in nutrition, food, or allied industry.
• 5+ years’ supervisory experience.
• 5+ years’ working in a regulated FDA/GMP environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the microbiology laboratory’s strategic and operational direction.
• Ensure integrity of microbiological testing programs and regulatory compliance.
• Drive product quality, food safety, and laboratory excellence with cross‑functional teams.
• Manage lab budget and pursue cost improvements.
• Oversee CAPA for microbiological non‑conformities and ensure audits.
• Mentor and develop a diverse, high‑performing staff.
• Maintain GMP compliance and collaborate with QA, manufacturing, and regulatory.

Skills

Nutrition/food industry experience

Supervisory experience

FDA/GMP regulatory experience

Quality/compliance focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Microbiology Lab Manager in Sturgis, MI to lead the microbiology lab in the Nutrition division. You will oversee testing programs, CAPA, and audits to ensure product quality and safety across ingredients, in-process, and finished products.

You will partner with manufacturing and QA to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency. You will recruit, coach, and retain a diverse, high‑performing team while maintaining strict GMP compliance and regulatory alignment with FDA