Quality Laboratory Manager at Atrium Staffing

Our client is a well-established manufacturing and laboratory facility near a major Midwest metro area seeks a dedicated professional to join its leadership team. This facility supports regulated production operations with a strong commitment to quality assurance, safety, and continuous improvement. The company operates under ISO and GMP guidelines, ensuring high standards across every department. They are now looking for a Quality Laboratory Manager.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$80k - $90k

Position Overview:
The Quality Laboratory Manager will lead all aspects of laboratory quality systems, ensuring alignment with ISO 9000 and ISO 17025 standards. This position plays a critical role in overseeing lab operations, quality control protocols, staff training, and regulatory compliance. The Quality Laboratory Manager will also work closely with leadership to support cross-departmental initiatives that drive performance, safety, and product excellence.

Responsibilities of the Quality Laboratory Manager:

• Maintain and continuously improve the lab's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure proper calibration, validation, and documentation of lab instruments and methods.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee internal and external quality audits, serving as the main point of contact.
• Monitor and report laboratory KPIs such as turnaround time and test accuracy.
• Support the procurement of quality-critical supplies and manage retention samples.
• Supervise the training of quality inspectors and plant operators on procedures and compliance expectations.
• Verify availability of inspection personnel across all shifts and ensure training records are current.
• Participate in customer complaint investigations and provide quality documentation as needed.
• Work collaboratively with leadership on safety committee initiatives and quality communication.

Required Experience/Skills for the Quality Laboratory Manager:

• Minimum of 5 years in a quality-focused role within a laboratory or production environment (experience in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, or dietary supplements highly preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9000 and ISO 17025 compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in staff training, audits, and laboratory inspections.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to lead investigations and solve problems efficiently.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a lab/manufacturing setting.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or another relevant scientific field required.

Benefits:

• Client-provided benefits available, upon eligibility.

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Position ID: 158642