Operations Lead*

Purpose (Objective): This position is responsible for working with department leadership to provide consistent efficient operations throughout the department. Prepare, analyze, perform, and assist others with the microbiological preparation and testing of food samples. Ensure all department opening and closing tasks are completed effectively and efficiently and documented as quality systems require. Distribute projects or assignments to appropriate personnel within the department to ensure processes are efficiently and effectively completed. Ensure sample analysis flow if efficient in conjunction with quality Ensure safe working environment for laboratory and provide supervision of quality control and quality assurance procedures. Assist with scheduling and adjusting staff as needed based on sample volume ensuring minimal delays or down time in processes. Support laboratory leadership in employee development by providing effective training to new employees and acting as a resource to all department employees in the resolution of questions, problems, or alternative resources. Help implement systems as guided by laboratory leadership and support lean process or Industrial Performance related activities either directed from Corporate or in Lab-Specific Projects. Communicate with other departments as well as management on department needs. Ensure client specific requirements are being met. Assist with selection and orientation of new hires Work with supervisor on identifying and correcting performance issues and recognizing outstanding performers. Ensure effective utilization of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) – as it pertains to batching, reports traceability, etc. Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process. Perform other related tasks as needed Internal Interlocutors: Regular contact with laboratory management is necessary to answer procedural questions. Regular contact with client service personnel is needed to obtain information about client specifications. External Interlocutors: Minimal contact with clients.