Laboratory Manager (Interim for replacement of Maternity Leave)

Purpose

The interim Laboratory Manager (covering for maternity leave) is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Quality Control Laboratory to ensure smooth flow of samples and testing to generate accurate and repeatable data that can be relied upon. Hands-on laboratory testing is also expected as required.

Essential Functions

• Oversee quality control testing and associated data throughout the production cycle, including the testing of raw materials, fermentation process stages, and final products.
• Responsible for final product release. Inform production management of any out of specification product for immediate corrective and preventative action to be taken.
• Supervise testing activities to ensure repeatability and reproducibility of data while preserving high productivity and technical integrity. Ensure all data are recorded in the appropriate data repository in a timely manner.
• Periodically review and visually audit laboratory staff testing to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Hire, train, coach and review the performance of Laboratory Technicians. Counsel lab staff regarding problems encountered in daily lab operations. Take disciplinary action as needed in collaboration with production management.
• Ensures good laboratory practices are always maintained in an ordered and safe work environment.
• Covers analyses done through external laboratories as required.
• Supervise and train or oversee training of employees in the use of new laboratory equipment or analytical techniques.
• Promote and enhance a positive team environment.
• Ensure an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, within prescribed budgetary limits.
• Schedule calibration and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed.

Compétences techniques

• Strong knowledge of good laboratory practices and good manufacturing practices
• A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

Qualités personnelles

• Ability to develop and maintain productive and positive relationships
• Attention to detail

Critères généraux

• Available for occasional off hour calls and support for emergencies