Scismic
Microbiology Manager
Springfield, Missouri · Director · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 302 days ago
Project ManagementProcess ImprovementProcurementCustomer SupportFDA RegulatoryLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringMicrosoft OfficeFood Science
About the role
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Responsibilities
- Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a high-volume, regulated testing environment.
- Manage and mentor microbiology supervisors, leads, and analysts to achieve daily throughput, quality, and turnaround targets.
- Oversee daily sample flow, workload balancing, and resource allocation to maintain turnaround time and client commitments.
- Develop and maintain systems ensuring methodologies are properly implemented and validated per client and regulatory requirements.
- Support new method implementation, technology integration, and scope expansion in coordination with network technical teams.
- Partner with Quality Assurance to drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain robust documentation practices.
- Collaborate with Technical, Quality, Procurement, and Industrial Performance teams on process optimization and cost-efficiency projects.
- Provide technical support and consultative communication to internal and external clients regarding methods, data interpretation, and issue resolution.
- Leverage performance data and metrics (efficiency, quality, capacity, OTD) to identify trends and implement process improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Food Science, or related field required.
- Proficiency with LIMS and standard office software (Google Suite, Microsoft Office).
- Familiarity with diagnostic and rapid detection platforms such as BAX, GeneUP, VIDAS, VITEK, IQ, and Invisible Sentinel.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in laboratory conditions with standard PPE.
Nice to have
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and engagement through effective coaching, training, and performance management.
- Oversee workforce planning, including scheduling, recruitment, onboarding, and retention in collaboration with Human Resources.
- Ensure consistent alignment with company policies, Code of Conduct, and equal employment standards.
- Translate site and corporate strategic goals into departmental action plans with measurable KPIs.
- Oversee preventive maintenance, calibration, and qualification of laboratory equipment to ensure reliable performance.
- Ensure all microbiological testing complies with internal SOPs and external standards (ISO 17025, AOAC, USDA, FDA, SMEDP).
- Review, interpret, and approve analytical data
- verify that results meet quality and accuracy standards prior to release.
Skills
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with attention to detail and urgency.
Compensation
- $10k-$15k
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
Company info
- The Microbiology Manager leads the daily operations of the Microbiology Laboratory at the company's Springfield site, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
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