Lab Technical Supervisor
$75,000–$85,000 year
On-siteScotts Valley, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead laboratory functions by ensuring QC compliance with GMP, GLP, and internal SOPs while managing instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance programs. Drive process improvement by leading OOS/OOT investigations, implementing CAPA, and redesigning the OSI program with oversight of trending data. Support new product development and the Compliance team by reviewing validation documents, FDA reports, and audit responses, while drafting and approving analytical data and Certificates of Analysis. Facilitate MRB meetings, run safety training, and coordinate data integrity projects to prevent issues. This role interfaces with R&D and the Science Board to resolve complex technical challenges and optimize analytical workflows.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related technical field
- 4 years of experience or equivalent
- Demonstrated knowledge of quality systems such as GMP, GLP, HACCP, or ISO, including laboratory compliance, auditing, or microbiology
- 4+ years of experience Supervising, Managing or Developing Others or project management skills
Desired Qualifications
- In depth knowledge of GMP and GLP for dietary supplements
- 4+ years in the dietary supplement industry and / or related industry
- 5+ years of supervisory / management experience
- Strong Knowledge of and/or experience with one or more quality systems such as GMP, GLP. HACCP, or ISO including Laboratory compliance, Auditing, or Microbiology OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Proficiency in OOS investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA development and documentation
- Skilled at SOP writing, training program development, coaching analysts and maintaining audit ready documentation
- Experience with LIMS system and electronic data workflows. Apply statistical data analysis and process improvement
- Strong communications skills, both written and oral, to effectively implement and facilitate new ideas, processes, and programs
- Project management skills
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