QC Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA

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Job Title: QC Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA
Location: Kennesaw, GA, South United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Quality Assurance
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

QC Lab Manager - Kennesaw, GA

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Nature and Scope:

The Laboratory Manager will, under minimal supervision of the Site QFS Manager, oversee inspection and analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods to ensure compliance with cGMP/GLP and safety standard operating procedures. The scope of responsibility for this position crosses multiple departments within ADM (e.g. Quality Assurance, Production, Sales, etc.); therefore, the incumbent needs to collaborate with various departments and institutions. The Laboratory Manager will lead, facilitate, and support the improvement of staff through regular communication regarding expectations, laboratory technique, and training. A successful candidate will be expected to review laboratory logbooks and testing documentation for accuracy and legibility in accordance with SOP's. This function will oversee the compliance of the Laboratory including cGMP, GLP, ISO 17025, EPA, and TGA / PICs requirements. They will continuously evaluate and ensure commercial, financial, and other pressures do not compromise the impartiality of the lab. This role will also manage procurement, qualification, maintenance, and repair of laboratory equipment. Additional functions include reviewing and creating Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and Result Reports; provide technical support to internal and external customers and/or vendors; support customer acquisition testing including chemical assays and microbiological assays.

Major Accountabilities:

The responsibilities of a Laboratory Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

Management

Lead and manage department staff through effective planning, mentoring, directing and coordination of development activity
Lead and facilitate initial and periodic training of QC Chemists, Microbiologists to ensure standard laboratory practices, techniques, and adherence to cGxP and other applicable regulations and standards (21 CFR, §11, §111 and §117, ISO17025 and the requirements of TGA PIC/s)
Oversee the development, transfer, improvement, validation, and implementation of new laboratory methods
Lead or assist in the development of all laboratory standard operating procedures
Communicate and enforce laboratory quality requirements to all personnel working in the lab and ensure that they are completed per GMP, GLP and ISO 17025 standards
Monitor adherence to the laboratory budget and provide reports, as required, to department administration
Develop and drive budgetary cost reduction strategies.
Prepare and perform personnel evaluations and competencies and administer performance reviews.
Provide improvement plans/disciplinary action where necessary
Coordinate objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs
Ensure a timely and effective communication and escalation process exists to raise quality issues to the appropriate levels of management.
Record, interpret, and present results to senior colleagues, customers, and vendors
Develop and report laboratory metrics to monitor the performance and capacity of the laboratory
Local travel (between sites): Frequent (> 50%)
Out of state travel: Occasional (< 10%)

Quality Control Responsibilities

Oversee the scheduling and performance of laboratory tests in a manner such that results are accurate, precise, and reproducible
Oversee (including approving or rejecting) the inspection and analysis of raw materials (including packaging components), in-process samples, and finished goods and ensure that it is conducted in accordance with cGMP/GLP standard operating procedures
Lead investigations related to contamination and procedural or analytical deviations or errors in the laboratory and ensure corrective actions are developed and implemented
Oversee the validation, qualification, maintenance, and repair of laboratory and testing equipment, ensuring all maintenance and repairs are adequately performed, documented, and reviewed for compliance with design specifications.
Review and approve all laboratory control processes associated with the production and process control system
Ensure all tests and examinations required under § 111.75 are conducted and results delivered in accordance to established timelines.
Determine whether specifications established under § 111.70(a) are met
Review and approve the results of all tests and examinations required under §111.75
Conduct material review and disposition decisions if an established specification is not met.
Document all material review and disposition decisions at the time of performance
Ensure laboratories are well-stocked and resourced via maintenance of reagent and equipment stock and ordering of necessary materials
Coordinate with laboratory vendors for supply or equipment issues, new equipment or supply purchases and annual cost reviews
Create, analyze, verify, and approve result reports
Create, verify, and sign-off on COAs upon successful finished goods testing
Oversee proper storage of retains
Enforce proper laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements for OSHA, NSF, and other agencies Deerland Probiotics and Enzymes is associated with (e.g. ISO)
Maintain familiarity with current scientific literature and technologies
Approve and monitor any contract labs, analysts, or other providers of GMP related outsourced activities
Act in partnership with the Quality Manager to lead all ISO 17025 and regulatory audits related to the laboratory operation
Submit performance improvement initiatives and drive efficiencies and continuous improvement within the laboratory operation
Other Duties as Required

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or equivalent

Required

Experience with ISO and cGMP standards
Background overseeing laboratory facilities and equipment
Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office Software
Prior experience working with external testing laboratories
At least 5 years of previous laboratory management experience

Preferred

7+ years of previous laboratory experience
Quality Control and knowledge of 21 CFR 111 / ISO 17025

Specific Skills & Abilities

Strong attention to detail in order to produce accurate, precise, and reproducible data
Excellent verbal and technical writing skills with the ability to interface effectively and professionally at all levels.
Task oriented and results driven
Strong work ethic and prioritization skills
Work collaboratively with various departments to compile, analyze, and interpret data
Demonstrated leadership and organization skills
Ability to adapt and drive change
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills - ability to make presentations and/or give presentations
Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Job Post Date: 04/02/25