Description
Microbiology Lab Manager
Permanent
South East England
Our client is looking for Microbiology Lab Manager to be based in the South East of England.
Key Responsibilities:
•Lead and manage a dynamic microbiology team within a fast-paced commercial laboratory environment.
•Oversee the daily operations, resource allocation, and strategic planning of microbiological testing activities.
•Ensure departmental compliance with ISO 17025 standards and specific client requirements.
•Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, process development, and team performance.
•Maintain responsibility for Health & Safety and environmental compliance within the laboratory setting.
•Implement flexible operational strategies to align laboratory capacity with sample intake, optimizing productivity per team member.
•Conduct internal audits and investigate non-conformities in accordance with company policies and accreditation body standards, including UKAS.
The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a team within a UKAS microbiology laboratory.