Laboratory Manager 6593
Location: Tewkesbury
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (with flexibility for urgent operational needs)
Salary: £36,637.20 per annum
Key Responsibilities of a Laboratory Manager
* Ensure product safety, quality and compliance across all testing (raw materials, in-process, finished product, shelf life).
* Plan and oversee testing schedules, ensuring correct methods are followed and results are accurately recorded, monitored and trended.
* Manage and develop Laboratory Technicians and Team Leader, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
* Maintain audit readiness; prepare for and support BRCGS accreditation audits.
* Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, validation and servicing.
* Coordinate external laboratory analysis and provide Certificates of Conformance to customers.
* Manage non-conformance investigations in conjunction with Technical and Production.
* Champion HACCP, Food Safety Management Systems, COSHH and robust laboratory procedures.
* Lead KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions and continuous improvement.
* Deliver sensory panel training and maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safety standards.
Key Skills of a Laboratory Manager
* Strong people leadership with excellent communication, coaching and problem-solving skills.
* Experience coordinating teams in a laboratory environment.
* Working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety, HACCP, CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS.
* Hands-on laboratory experience in food science, microbiology or biology.
* Attention to detail in reporting and SOP writing.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis.
Desirable:
* HNC/Degree in a science-related subject (Food Microbiology/Chemistry).
* Knowledge of dairy industry and laboratory accreditation standards.
Rewards & Benefits
* Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and development.
* 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service).
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Discounted products & doorstep delivery.
* Enhanced pension via Salary Exchange.
* Health & wellbeing support through Simply Health (post-probation).
* Private Medical Insurance (after qualifying service).
Application Details
If you’re an experienced Laboratory Manager (or ambitious Team Leader) with a passion for food safety, BRCGS compliance and HACCP, we’d love to hear from you.
???? Please email your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee Powell on 01453 755330 .
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