Food Laboratory Manager Kelly Science is in immediate needs of a direct hire currently seeking a Food Laboratory Manager for one of our growing clients in Wilson NC. This position is responsible for supervising department operations with a food testing laboratory.
Location: Wilson NC
Salary: $65,000-$75,000/year
Shift/Schedule: Flexible to work a varied schedule
Essential Functions: Responsible for supervising department staff
Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, prepare and process samples, and collect information about the composition of substances to support the analytical testing needs of clients, for such purposes as quantitative analysis, and product development
Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, and samples for sample analyses
Utilize specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation to process and analyze samples
Perform equipment and instrumentation set up
Accurately record observations and data and basic interpretation of data
Maintain the integrity of procedures and record professional activity for peer review
Monitor and address sample backlog issues
Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records
Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
Comply with and promote Safety, and Quality programs
Minimum Qualifications A person with a bachelor's degree in the chemical, environmental, physical, or biological sciences, or engineering required
Experience working in food laboratory is required
Basic knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting.
Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
Computer literacy
Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
Experience with GC and GCMS is required
Knowledge of EPA methodologies is required
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
