Mars Inc

Laboratory Manager

Mars Inc$75K — $95K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSc in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent; MSc preferred
  • Prior experience in quality assurance or lab management within Food/Nutritional/Pharmaceutical sectors
  • Proven testing experience in analytical or microbiology
  • Knowledge of GMP, GLP, and audit processes
  • Demonstrated people management experience

Responsibilities

  • Establish and continuously improve the lab's quality system
  • Manage routine testing of base and finished products, raw materials, and sensory evaluations
  • Coordinate external lab tests and liaise with GAIT and regional labs
  • Oversee the transfer and validation of test equipment and methods
  • Implement SOPs/GLPs to ensure reliability and compliance
  • Collaborate with supplier management to uphold material quality and address CAPAs
  • Ensure EHS compliance and promote safe working conditions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to modern lab facilities and technologies
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Commitment to work-life balance
  • Engagement in quality and safety initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Exciting opportunity to join the site R&D team in Lewisburg, OH within the Quality & Food Safety Function as the Lab Management Lead. The Purpose of the role is to lead team of lab technicians and implement effective laboratory management process ensuring efficient delivery of services comply with quality control and compliance.

What are we looking for?

Food science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent BSc. MSc degree is preferred.
Experience of quality assurance or lab management from Food/ Nutritional/ Pharmaceutical or related manufacturing/ testing sites.
Experience of testing experience in analytical or microbiology, knowledge and experience of GMP, GLP and audit is required.
People management experience

What will be your key responsibilities?

Establish, follow and continuously improve quality system in lab
Manage routine activities related to base and finish products test, incoming raw materials, package materials check, sensory evaluation etc.
Manage external lab test and communicate with GAIT and regional lab.
Ensure test equipment and test method transfer and validation
Implement SOP/GLPs to ensure reliability and compliance to standards
Work with supplier management team to ensure materials quality and follow up CAPAs
Maintain EHS working conditions and practice in assigned area.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
Learn more about Mars Inc
Size
125,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1911

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