Laboratory Team Leader – Microbiology & Quality Hull, Kingston Upon Hull Day Shift 37.5 hours per week No travel or on-call Full-Time | Permanent What’s on Offer A permanent leadership role within a well-established, growth-focused manufacturing site Monday to Friday day shift (no nights, weekends, or on-call) The opportunity to lead, coach, and develop a skilled laboratory team A collaborative, safety-driven work environment focused on quality and improvement We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing client for an experienced Laboratory Team Leader to oversee microbiological and analytical testing within a fast-paced, high-compliance environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in quality-focused laboratory operations and is passionate about continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the site laboratory team, ensuring high standards in both microbiological and analytical testing. Oversee daily lab operations, maintaining compliance with ISO 9001:2015, BRCGS, HACCP, and food safety standards. Interpret test results and take appropriate action to ensure product quality and process integrity. Coordinate the laboratory shift rota to ensure 24/7 coverage. Manage laboratory consumables, equipment calibration, and maintenance schedules. Generate and present quality data and reports to internal stakeholders. Support external testing, audits, and the implementation of new analysis methodologies. Promote a strong safety and quality culture across the department. Ideal Candidate Profile Proven experience supervising a laboratory team within food, chemical, or related manufacturing sectors Solid understanding of microbiological and analytical testing methods Experience working within a regulated quality system environment Strong working knowledge of HACCP and food safety principles Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills Degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Proficiency in Excel, Word, and data reporting systems If you're a microbiology or quality professional with leadership experience and a drive for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. LaboratoryJobs TeamLeader MicrobiologyJobs FoodManufacturing QualityControl HullJobs LabSupervisor Recruitment NowHiring Pertemps