Lab Services Manager
Core
Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality testing, regulatory compliance, and customer service for food, beverage, cosmetics, and related industries.
Role type
Senior IC Lab Services Manager
Builds
Microbiological and chemical testing services for highly regulated industries
Domain
Food & Beverage, Cosmetics, OTC, Tobacco/Nicotine, Cannabis/Hemp
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Laboratory operations management, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, team leadership, quality systems oversight, safety procedure enforcement, operational budgeting, LIMS proficiency, statistical analysis
Preferred skills
Food testing experience, FDA/USDA regulated environment experience, advanced degree in scientific field
Technologies
LIMS, operational reporting tools
Responsibilities
Oversee daily laboratory activities, staffing, and workflow; ensure compliance with quality standards and safety procedures; lead and develop laboratory staff; manage operational expenses and productivity metrics; serve as primary point of contact for customer service issues; drive continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
