Mérieux NutriSciences - North America · 8 hours ago
Senior Laboratory Director
Amarillo, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expMérieux NutriSciences is a trusted partner in public health, dedicated to making food systems safer and more sustainable. They are seeking a Senior Laboratory Director to provide leadership in operational excellence, facility management, and quality systems improvement while overseeing all aspects of laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Food and BeverageHealth CareInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Responsible for successful lab operations in all aspects including safety, quality, financial, technical and engaged workforce
Develop and implement strategic plans for facility management in line with company objectives
Responsible for managing PnL
Leadership of the entire Facilities and Microbiology Department
Building and creating a high performance team
Identifying and implementing efficiency and productivity improvements
Ensures adherence to defined protocols and SOPs
Ensure safety policies are followed
Support Sales and Customer Care to ensure high level of customer satisfaction
Working with other functions such as Product Management and Research to add new methods in fast and error free fashion
Continually optimize testing operations to meet customer expectations on speed and quality
Collaborate with teams as needed on selection, optimization and justification of equipment and all other analytical resources
Collaborate with other onsite leaders ensuring alignment and joint execution of all initiatives and policies
Oversee facility maintenance, including regular inspections, repairs, and upgrades to ensure a safe and functional environment for employees and visitors
Manage facility budgets, including forecasting expenses, tracking costs, and identifying opportunities for cost savings
Supervise facility staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including health and safety regulations
Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for facility-related services, such as maintenance, cleaning, and security
Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and productivity within the facility
Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related issues and emergencies, and respond promptly to resolve any issues that arise
Collaborate with other departments, such as HR and IT, to support company-wide initiatives and projects
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in facility management, and make recommendations for continuous improvement
Other related duties as assigned
At any time, the incumbent must behave and operate in an ethical and Code of Conduct compliant manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, facility management, business administration, or a related field
Proven experience in facility management or a similar role, with at least 10 -15 years of experience in a leadership position
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, vendors, and other stakeholders
Knowledge of facility management best practices, including maintenance, safety, security, and compliance
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
Demonstrates a keen understanding of basic business operations and the organizational levers (systems, processes, departments, functions) that drive profitable growth; draws from personal experience to quickly evaluate business plans and processes to identify data or recommendations that need further investigation
Initiating and maintaining strategic relationships with stakeholders and potential partners inside and outside the organization (e.g., customers, peers, cross-functional partners, external vendors, alliance partners) who are willing and able to provide the information, ideas, expertise, and/or influence needed to advance understanding of business issues and achieve business goals
This position supervises the Lab Manager(s) and indirect reports. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, terminating, training, promoting, disciplinary actions, assignment of work and evaluating work for accuracy and completeness. This position coordinates with corporate departments to obtain information to provide quality services to the customer
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Company
Mérieux NutriSciences - North America
Mérieux NutriSciences is a global food safety and quality partner — offering testing, labeling, auditing, consulting, sensory, training and research services to the food & nutrition industry.
1001-5000 employees
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