Microbiology Supervisor
Core
Overseeing daily operations of a microbiology laboratory to ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Role type
Microbiology Supervisor
Builds
Food safety compliance and product quality assurance
Domain
Food manufacturing / Quality Assurance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbiological testing methods, GMP, HACCP, environmental monitoring, aseptic processing, GLP, leadership, performance management, corrective action investigation, equipment calibration, SOP management, cross-functional collaboration, audit support
Preferred skills
Microsoft Office, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Responsibilities
Supervise microbiology lab personnel including training and scheduling; Ensure timely and accurate microbiological testing of raw materials, finished goods, and environmental samples; Maintain compliance with FDA, FSMA, and other food safety regulations; Review and approve lab results and initiate corrective actions for out-of-specification findings; Oversee calibration, maintenance, and validation of lab equipment; Manage documentation including SOPs and quality reports; Define and track performance metrics; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues; Support internal and external audits; Drive continuous improvement in lab processes.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC