Analytical Laboratory Supervisor (2nd Shift)
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Position Summary:
As the Analytical Laboratory Supervisor, you play a crucial role in managing and supervising the Analytical Laboratory. The laboratory provides essential testing support for raw materials, finished bulk products, and third-party product release testing. As the Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring that the work performed by the QC laboratory personnel is accurate, timely, efficient, and compliant with company policies, safety regulations, quality SOPs, cGMP, GLP regulations, and FDA regulations.
Additionally, as a leader within the Analytical Laboratory, you will take on the vital role of nurturing and guiding a team of 11 members. Your focus will be on fostering their development and growth, creating an environment that supports their professional advancement.
If you are passionate about quality assurance, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the laboratory adheres to company policies, SOPs, cGMP, GLP regulations, and FDA regulations.
- Distribute work assignments and ensure timely completion and release of raw materials, bulk products, and third-party products.
- Efficiently schedule testing to support production scheduling.
- Ensure appropriate release or rejection of products.
- Proactively identify and resolve problem areas before they impact compliance, product quality, and availability.
- Collaborate with management to streamline operations and enhance departmental efficiency.
- Investigate all Out of Specification (OOS) results and document them accurately.
- Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and R&D as applicable.
- Conduct testing for stability samples and product release testing.
- Regularly report to management on products currently in the laboratory.
- Collaborate with peers to develop and implement laboratory documents.
- Coach subject matter experts on effective training practices.
- Monitor overall laboratory safety and provide necessary training to chemists.
- Be prepared to work additional hours to complete daily assignments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a science-related field or a closely related discipline; extensive significant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
- 10 years of experience in an analytical laboratory.
- 5 years of experience supervising or leading a technical team.
- Experience in utilizing analytical methods and instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, ICP, FTIR/NIR, UPLC/MS, or other required techniques.
- Proficiency in technical writing.
- Working knowledge of Empower software is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook).
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to walk, talk, and hear; frequently stands and may sit for periods of time; may use hands to handle objects; regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
- May involve exposure to powders, chemicals, and allergens.
The approximate pay range for this position is $85,000.00 to $95,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package. Learn more at Nestlé Careers.
Requisition ID: 325069
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The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment.
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