Foremost Farms USA · 11 hours ago
Laboratory Supervisor
Appleton, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expForemost Farms USA is one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States, seeking a Laboratory Supervisor to oversee day-to-day laboratory operations. This role involves ensuring accurate testing of products, compliance with safety regulations, and supervising lab technicians to maintain quality standards.
Food and BeverageFood Processing
Responsibilities
Organizes and directs the laboratory's workflow ensuring the completion of all records, accuracy in tests, and training in new testing equipment and laboratory methods
Oversees test result collection, analysis and reporting of data to appropriate stakeholders
Ensures that all testing is performed in a timely manner and with accuracy to support the product's release
Maintains lab supply inventory and purchases supplies as needed
Maintains documented lab methods for all testing methods used internally and ensures alignment with corporate lab methods
Oversees requests for product samples and associated paperwork
Coordinates any necessary outside lab testing, reviews internal and third-party lab testing results, analyzes and trends lab data
Recommends improvements in lab methods, equipment, quality, and working environments
Provides supervision under the direction of the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager to laboratory technicians
Serves as back-up support to Quality Control Supervisor and Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager as needed
Oversees lab technician scheduling and coordination of activities
Responsible for hiring, onboarding, and training lab technicians to ensure consistency and accuracy among results
Provides performance feedback to lab technicians regularly and encourages the growth and development of staff via individual development plans
Serves as a plant certified industry supervisor for Appendix N bulk local screening program, including ordering testing supplies, maintaining equipment and training intake personnel in proper sampling/testing procedures
Collaborates with Quality Control Supervisor to ensure adherence to Environmental Monitoring Program, including but not limited to performing sponging and ATP swabbing as well as leading the investigation and root cause analysis exercises for out of spec results
Participates in regulatory, customer, and laboratory audits as needed
Participates in internal, customer and regulatory agency visits and audits, including accompanying visitors and accommodating their requests
Maintains lab equipment, including ensuring calibrations are completed timely, preparing maintenance work orders, and troubleshooting equipment-related issues
Works with lab equipment vendors to ensure operational efficiencies are maintained
Establishes procedures for developing controls necessary to indicate equipment performance measures
Develops validation protocol for any new equipment or new methods being implemented
Qualification
Required
2-5 years' experience in laboratory in a food manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of GLPs and laboratory safety practices
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and efficiently
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to successfully interact and communicate with internal cross-functional teams, and all organizational levels
Preferred
Associate degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field of study, or equivalent experience
Experience with both microbiological and analytical test methods
General knowledge of GMPs and quality systems associated with food manufacturing, dairy preferred
Demonstrates good judgement in decision-making
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family
401(k) Retirement Plan – 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions
Generous Paid Time Off – Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year)
10 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time to rest and recharge
Paid Parental Leave –6 weeks fully paid
Health Savings Account (HSA) – when you elect the high-deductible health plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Save for medical and dependent care expenses
Life and Disability Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges
Referral Program – Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team
Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and your career with us
Company
Foremost Farms USA
At Foremost Farms, we are proud to be one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States and a major food manufacturing business.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bob Bascom
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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