Laboratory Operations Manager in Chipping Campden

Laboratory Operations Manager (Food Chemistry Testing)

Campden BRI offer commercial analytical lab chemistry testing for food and drink, including: nutritional and health, microscopy, biochemistry, allergens, chromatography, packaging, cereals and ingredients, and wines and spirits. You would be supporting the day-to-day operations of a high volume commercial food & drink testing laboratory!

• Adherence to and improvement of the Quality Management System and Health & Safety policies
• Maintain excellent service levels for clients/members
• Support the Team Managers in efficient resource allocation
• Manage the equipment and assets of the department
• Manage costs and support the department in meeting financial metrics

Laboratory Operations Manager role

• Co-ordinating Team Managers and overseeing daily laboratory operations.
• Improving existing workflows and support in the LIMS upgrade.
• Leading, developing and supporting Team Managers.
• Leading and championing quality and health & safety.
• Reviewing and improving operational efficiency and best practice.
• Reviewing, highlighting, and supporting business case development on laboratory investment needs.

Laboratory Operations Manager experience required

• Experience of leading laboratory operations in a large volume commercial laboratory including experience in managing team supervisors.
• Wide experience of leading people, creating clarity, coaching, and driving performance standards.
• Understanding of the analytical and quality requirements for the analysis of contaminants and nutritional components.
• Demonstrable experience in the application of Continuous Improvement Principles to deliver operational improvements.
• Demonstrable experience in change management.
• Proven competence in managing timely and cost-effective delivery of technical services.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of the needs of the food and related industries would be desirable.
• Experienced in the implementation of quality/business management systems and the requirements of the ISO 17025 standard.
• Science-related degree (Chemistry degree would be an advantage).

Benefits

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant
• £Competitive salary

Please note due to our rural location you must be able to drive and have your own transport.

Working hours- Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.15pm (4.30pm finish on Fridays).

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