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Food
Safety Net Services Laboratory
Supervisor - Pathogen Department Food Safety
Net Services, due to growth and expansion, is in the process of hiring an
excellent Laboratory Supervisor in our Pathogen Department to
be a part of our Analytical Food Testing Laboratory. Job
Summary: The function
of this position is to supervise laboratory operations performing testing of
food products and environmental samples. This position is responsible
for application and evaluation of approved techniques and methodologies used
in analysis of food products. The Laboratory Supervisor will have
frequent contact with the client base as well as review, reporting and
interpretation of laboratory results in collaboration with the management
team. The Laboratory Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing of
daily workload and staffing placement in the Laboratory area while working
closely with the Laboratory Manager and Assistant Laboratory Manager. Essential
Responsibilities: ·
Supervise laboratory operations to maintain quality and efficiency as they
apply to the Laboratory area ·
Accurately perform and interpret test results, notifying the Laboratory
Manager of deviations ·
Supervise training of new and current laboratory personnel in laboratory
procedures and protocols as authorized ·
Provided feedback for and participate in laboratory personnel reviews ·
Report concerns of equipment failures and non-compliance of supplies and
reagents ·
Supervise quality control procedures and documentation to support compliance
with ISO 17025 guidelines ·
Participate as an interface for the laboratory client base related to
communication of results generated in the pathogen laboratory ·
Assist in the communication of all log entries ·
Assist in inventory maintenance ·
Perform internal audits of processes as directed ·
Maintain a high degree of technical competence by reading scientific
journals, attending professional workshops, and being aware of food industry
issues and trends. ·
Supervise non-routine projects as assigned ·
Independently pursue working knowledge of processes, procedures, or
techniques in accordance with the Food Safety Net Services Methods Manual,
Quality Manual, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Safety Manual, and approved laboratory
procedures ·
Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory
Responsibilities: Directly
supervises employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance
with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities
include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning,
and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Minimum
Qualifications: · Working knowledge
of aseptic sampling technique, automated lab equipment, and acceptable
methods and procedures · Familiarity with
GMP , OSHA guidelines, FDA, BAM, APHA, and Compendium methods and procedure · Broad knowledge of
concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory ·
BS degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or related field
required ·
Graduate degree in Microbiology preferred ·
Two years minimum experience in an analytical testing laboratory required ·
Three or more years experience in a commercial food-testing laboratory
preferred ·
Or equivalent combination of education and experience |
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