Lab Manager
Core
Leading and managing day-to-day operations of an ISO17025 accredited environmental testing laboratory, ensuring samples are processed safely, on time, and to the right quality while delivering excellent customer service.
Role type
Senior Lab Manager (Operations & Quality)
Builds
Environmental testing services for water, air, soil, waste, building products, and industrial hygiene applications
Domain
Environmental testing / Life Sciences
Required skills
ISO17025 accreditation management, team leadership and mentoring, operational workflow planning, quality system implementation and improvement, technical method validation and performance monitoring, root cause analysis, audit support (internal/external), resource and capacity planning, budget and cost control, staff competency and training management
Preferred skills
10+ years in commercial laboratory, hands-on analytical experience, organic and inorganic technical expertise
Technologies
ISO17025, INAB accreditation systems, lab KPI tracking tools, audit management frameworks
Responsibilities
Manage daily lab operations and workflow allocation to meet customer requirements; Implement and continuously improve quality systems and compliance with regulatory obligations; Lead technical development projects on method performance, validation, and quality control; Provide leadership, coaching, and training to laboratory staff; Monitor and optimize lab KPIs on HSE, productivity, efficiency, and service delivery; Conduct root cause analysis for failures and implement preventative actions; Support internal and external audits; Manage equipment health, service contracts, and calibrations; Plan capacity, workload, and recruitment; Ensure personnel competency, training, and performance management
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities