Job Advert Summary
We’re looking for a Laboratory Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the laboratory. The Laboratory Manager will oversee the work of the laboratory technicians and ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma
- Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level
- Business English: Fluent
- Computer literacy (Intermediate)
- Code 08 Driver's license
- Work shifts/weekends/public holidays
Duties and Responsibilities
Setup and operation of laboratory
Ensure correct sampling and testing procedures
Record and report product deviations
Perform laboratory administration
Conduct audits
Manage staff
- Determine the lab set up and lay out of equipment
- Maintain and ensure correct operation of lab equipment
- Establish good laboratory and hygiene manufacturing practices
Ensure correct sampling and testing procedures
- Implement chemical and microbiological sample analysis
- Involve with product trials
- Head up the sensory panel
- Ensure the availability of required testing material
Record and report product deviations
- Perform troubleshooting, interpret and report on results
- Assist Quality Assurance and Quality Control departments
- Release product
- Track errors and deviations
Perform laboratory administration
- Guidance and training of team members and plant personnel
- Ensure efficient use of laboratory substances
- Manage staff performances
- Evaluate and maintain QA and QC systems
- Communicate and interact with internal and external clients
Conduct audits
- Coordinate internal audits
- Do and coordinate HACCP analysis
- Coordinate Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting
Manage staff
- Ensure optimal utilisation of staff
- Apply consistent discipline
- Train and develop staff
- Conduct meetings and ensure effective communication to all
- Liaise and communicate with management in all departments
- Provide leadership and training to staff members within the department
- Set objectives, manage and measure performance of team
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