Quality Lab Manager

KraftHeinz

Champaign, IL, United States
Base: $88,000.00 - $110,000.00; bonus/equity: perf...
Hybrid
Microbiology and analytical laboratory management
Regulatory compliance (fssc/iso, khms, haccp)
Team leadership and mentoring
Kraft Heinz is seeking a Quality Lab Manager for their Champaign, IL plant. The role involves overseeing microbiological and analytical programs, managing a laboratory team, and ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards

Job Summary

  • The Quality Laboratory Manager is responsible for implementing, managing, monitoring and maintaining the plant’s Microbiology & Analytical programs and corresponding equipment to ensure compliance to regulatory, federal, and local laws.
  • This role supports all internal and external auditing activities and leads a team to meet program goals while ensuring laboratory safety and operational standards.
  • Kraft Heinz offers a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that support employee wellbeing and provide competitive compensation including base salary, performance-based bonus, and benefits.

Matching Summary

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Kraft Heinz is seeking a Quality Lab Manager for their Champaign, IL plant. The role involves overseeing microbiological and analytical programs, managing a laboratory team, and ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards.

Salary

Base: $88,000.00 - $110,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Performance-based bonus eligible; Benefits: Healthcare, wellbeing programs, 401k, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microbiology and Analytical laboratory management
  • Regulatory compliance (FSSC/ISO, KHMS, HACCP)
  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Laboratory safety and environmental compliance
  • 24/7 operation support
  • Audit preparation and support
  • Equipment maintenance and calibration

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of statistical processes
  • Proficiency with plant and laboratory systems
  • Positive solution-focused mindset
  • Experience with data digitization
  • Planning and prioritization skills

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Engineering preferred
  • Experience as a Quality/Microbiological Laboratory Manager or technical leadership role
  • Ability to flex work hours including weekends
  • Strong leadership and technical skills
  • Knowledge of Analytical/Quality/Micro systems
  • Experience with audit standards and regulatory compliance

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