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Amarillo, TX (Regular) MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

Overview

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. We offer a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with growth opportunities, join us.

Your Day to Day Life

We are looking for a Laboratory Director located at 1421 Dixie St, Amarillo, TX 79102-1032 USA. Your mission will be to own and operate a successful laboratory by displaying an entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring excellence in others, building strong customer relationships, making sound operational decisions and leading change.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the business; develop and implement a strategic plan for the laboratory to meet business goals


• Manage financial aspects of the business including budget development, short and long-term financial goal setting, P&L management and executing strategies to achieve goals


• Understand and leverage available resources to achieve results in a cost-effective, safe, ethical manner


• Develop and maintain expertise in food science and related technologies


• Demonstrate leadership through communication and actions to earn respect and trust of the team


• Set the tone of integrity, accountability, excellence and initiative; model expected leadership behavior


• Communicate goals and accountability across all levels of the workforce


• Create and foster an environment where coaching and development is a priority


• Align laboratory performance with corporate objectives to maintain or improve operational and financial efficiencies


• Ensure compliance with company policies and standard operating procedures; strive for quality, safety and efficiency


• Provide exceptional internal and external customer experiences through engagement and service


• Engage with sales to understand customer needs and build trusting relationships


• Develop deep industry knowledge and participate in industry events


• Provide technical expertise to clients by interpreting laboratory data and suggesting solutions


• Evaluate the laboratory continuously, implement strategy changes, set clear goals and measure progress


• Communicate changes and coordinate with corporate partners and leadership


• Participate in internal quality control programs, audits, and ensure the quality system is documented and adhered to


• Monitor quality activities and implement corrective actions; manage controlled documents

Your Profile

• Bachelors degree required, or equivalent experience; Masters degree preferred


• Advanced knowledge of microbiology and/or chemistry in addition to food science


• General knowledge of finance, budgeting, sales, and marketing to build and maintain customer relationships


• Computer skills to track laboratory information and support management functions


• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)


• Analytical problem-solving and strong communication skills


• Customer relationship skills and previous supervisory experience

Management (Size and Characteristics of the Team)

• Oversees one or multiple lab managers depending on lab size


• Each manager oversees a group of lab supervisors who support technicians and staff

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose with long-term shareholders


• Impact strategic pillars backed by decades of experience


• Be part of a diverse, open-minded, collaborative environment


• Grow in an international group with opportunities to learn and contribute

How to Apply

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Job details: Seniority level Director; Employment type Full-time; Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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