$65K-$70k/Annual
The R&D Lab Manager is responsible for the technical leadership, day-to-day management, and effective operation of the R&D laboratory. This is a hands-on leadership position that combines technical problem-solving with management of laboratory workload, personnel, documentation, equipment, and processes.
The R&D Lab Manager works closely with the R&D Manager, R&D Lead, Project Managers, Regulatory, and Operations to ensure development projects, samples, testing, and technical activities are completed efficiently, accurately, and according to established priorities.
A significant portion of this position is expected to remain hands-on in the laboratory, actively participating in project work, troubleshooting, testing, and other bench activities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Technical Resource
- Laboratory Leadership & Workload Management
- Laboratory Staff Leadership & Development
- Lab Operations
- Sample Development & Sample-Out Process
- Finished Product Documentation & Records
- Testing & Shelf-Life Activities
- Ingredient & Supplier Technical Evaluation
- Scale-Up & Production Support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Culinology, or a related scientific/technical discipline preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and significant R&D lab experience may be considered.
Experience
- Several years working in an R&D food laboratory environment.
- Experience assisting as projects move from development through commercialization.
- Experience troubleshooting formulations and production/process issues.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, mentoring, or technical-lead experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with technical documentation and laboratory recordkeeping.
Key Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Sound technical judgment and problem-solving ability
- Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with bench work
- Strong organization and documentation skills
- Clear and direct communication
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse work place.
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