Lab Manager

Santa Ana, CA

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Work Location: On-Site in Santa Ana, CA

Job Summary:

The Lab Manager is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of both the physical lab and digital inventory. They also lead training for new and current employees on lab organization. They report to the Product Development Manager and collaborate closely with Food Scientists and Technicians to ensure lab accountability and an efficient sampling process.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate daily activities in the internal lab, including chemical, microbiological, and sensory analyses
Manage and train the laboratory team
Plan and oversee testing on raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products
Ensure consistent stock of raw ingredients and organization of finished good retained digitally and physically
Assist R&D to test new formulations and improve existing products
Assist R&D with sensory analysis of raw and finished goods
Monitor equipment performance and ensure regular calibration
Handle technical documentation and lab reports
Develop a sampling form and process for internal and external teams
Develop SOPs for the office team to adhere to

Qualifications:

Degree in Food Science and Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or similar fields
At least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the food sector
At least 1 year of management of a lab or people experience
Team management, task planning and inventory management skills

Strong proficiency in Excel and lab data management software
Attention to detail, strong sense of responsibility, ability to work independently
Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Drivers license and reliable transportation
Proficient in Microsoft and Google tools (Word, Excel, Sheets etc)
Adequate sensory skills to differentiate products by taste and smell
No food aversions, allergies, caffeine or melatonin sensitivities due to physical ingestion of products
Ability to troubleshoot independently
Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment

Physical Demands

Requires extended periods of sitting and standing to perform work
Be able to lift and transport material up to 45 lbs

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