Position:
Laboratory Manager Job Type:
Permanent Location:
Tewkesbury Salary:
£16.83 - £17.79 per hour Laboratory Manager Pure Staff are currently recruiting for a
Laboratory Manager
to join a long-established, family-owned Dairy Supplier based in
Tewkesbury . This is an Permanent opportunity. Your Role As a
Laboratory Manager , your duties will include: Own product
safety, quality and compliance
across all testing activities (raw materials, in-process, finished product, shelf life). Plan and oversee
testing schedules , ensuring the correct methods are followed and results are recorded, monitored, analysed and trended. Manage and develop the
Laboratory Technicians
and Team Leader; foster a collaborative, high-performance culture with clear communication on food safety and quality issues. Maintain audit readiness: prepare for and participate in
site accreditation audits
(BRCGS), supporting the Technical Manager. Ensure all
laboratory equipment
is maintained, calibrated, validated and serviced to schedule; manage new installs and verifications. Coordinate
external laboratory
analysis and provide Certificates of Conformance to customers; initiate and manage
non-conformance
investigations with Technical and Production. Champion
HACCP ,
Food Safety Management Systems , and robust laboratory procedures; oversee the Laboratory Manual and testing regimes in line with legislation and
COSHH . Drive KPI reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and
continuous improvement
of testing procedures and documentation. Lead
sensory panel
training and uphold hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards. Requirements Confident people leader with excellent
communication , problem-solving and coaching skills; experienced coordinating small teams in a lab environment. Strong working knowledge of
BRCGS Food Safety ,
HACCP , CCP validation, microbiological safety and QMS platforms. Hands-on background in a laboratory function (ideally
Food Science/Microbiology/Biology ); meticulous attention to detail in reporting and SOP writing. Competent with
Microsoft Office
and comfortable with data trending/analysis. Pay & Shifts £16.83 - £17.79 per hour Monday - Friday
(40 hours per week, usually Monday-Friday with occasional out-of-hours flexibility) What's in it for you? Weekly pay from an experienced in-house payroll team Holiday accrued up to 28 days per year (pro-rata) Ongoing, consistent night-shift work Supportive working environment Free access to our perks scheme after your first
Laboratory Manager in London employer: Pure Staff Industrial
Join a leading motorhome dealership in Hereford, where we prioritise employee well-being and professional growth. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, offering competitive pay and opportunities for skill development in the automotive industry. Experience a rewarding career with us, where your contributions are valued and recognised.
