Microbiology Supervisor

Mason City, IA

Posted: 01/14/2025 Industry: Laboratory - Industrial Chemicals Job Number: 4.25DM Pay Rate: 85,000 - 100,000 Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

Microbiology Supervisor

As the Microbiology Supervisor, you will manage/supervise staff, in process and finished good product testing, fermentation seed culture preparation and testing within the QC department in support of manufacturing and research.  You will act as a technical expert within the organization with extensive knowledge related to aseptic procedures.  In addition, as Microbiology Supervisor you will effectively maximize employee, equipment, and material utilization within budgetary constraints while adhering to quality technical standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interview, hire, train, and assess staff competency
  • Plan, schedule, and monitor workflow to meet goals
  • Provide staff development, performance reviews, and corrective counseling
  • Manage daily testing schedules and review internal lab data for accuracy
  • Lead laboratory investigations and ensure compliance with GLP as Study Director
  • Ensure regulatory compliance through audits, documentation, and corrective actions
  • Perform Quality Manager duties in their absence and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Train personnel on QMS activities and ensure competence of laboratory staff
  • Oversee equipment calibration and maintenance programs
  • Initiate nonconforming work investigations and corrective/preventative actions

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for aseptic procedures and microbial identification
  • Procure supplies and equipment within budget to maximize efficiency
  • Provide technical oversight for problem-solving and process improvements
  • Lead testing/troubleshooting to maintain workflow and participate in lab meetings
  • Ensure compliance with department and company policies and procedures
  • Monitor progress towards quality assurance, control, and improvement goals
  • Interact with internal/external customers for proper sample handling and reporting
  • Contribute to updating procedures and test methods to reflect current practices
  • Participate in supervisory skills training and perform other tasks as assigned

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

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Salary

$85,000 - $100,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, HSA, FSA, 401K w/ match

Job Requirements

Technical Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or a related field; 7+ years of relevant experience
  • 2-3 years of supervisor experience including direct reports
  • A proven leader – adept at coaching, mentoring, and developing talent
  • Ability to supervise and provide leadership for staff
  • Good interpersonal communication, public speaking and writing skills; ability to build relationships needed for program success
  • Ability to analyze statistics and identify trends and perform cost/benefit analysis for efficient allocation of limited resources
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) experience or knowledge is beneficial
  • Experience with Good Aseptic Technique
  • Understanding of bacterial based assays
  • Understanding of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Dave Maxwell
Sr Technical Recruiter

Senior Level Recruitment Professional since 1996 with experience in the recruitment and placement of Industrial Chemists and Scientists Nationwide from Executive to Entry level.  Resins, Polymers, Adhesives, Coatings, Plastics, Lubricants, Specialty Chemicals, Agricultural Chemicals, Additives, Inks, Consumer Products, and more!

I have been very successful at bringing top valued talent to my clients and providing expert level guidance to candidates in their career searches.

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