Laboratory Manager

Kraft Heinz

Tomoana, New Zealand
Competitive base salary; industry leading variable...
Not specified (assumed on-site based on the role's nature)
Tertiary qualification in science or microbiology
Proven experience in microbiological testing
Laboratory signatory and people supervision
Kraft Heinz is seeking a Laboratory Manager for their Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) team in Tomoana, New Zealand. The role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team, appealing to candidates with a background in microbiology and leadership experience

Job Summary

  • The Laboratory Manager oversees the day-to-day running and administration of the laboratory while ensuring accreditation to IANZ and ISO 17025 standards.
  • This role involves leading the investigation of micro-related issues in plants and ensuring the lab is involved in factory hygiene systems.
  • Benefits include industry-leading variable compensation tied to performance, paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, and a Great Place to Work certification.

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Kraft Heinz is seeking a Laboratory Manager for their Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) team in Tomoana, New Zealand. The role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a team, appealing to candidates with a background in microbiology and leadership experience.

Salary

Competitive base salary; Industry leading variable compensation offerings; Paid parental leave and purchased leave options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Tertiary qualification in Science or Microbiology
  • Proven experience in microbiological testing
  • Laboratory signatory and people supervision
  • Ability to work cross functionally with production teams

Nice-to-have

  • Experience enhancing existing quality methods
  • Microsoft Office proficiency including Access
  • LIMS database experience desired
  • Dynamic team environment collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand with full working rights
  • Tertiary Qualification in Science, Microbiology or similar
  • Strong leadership and supervision experience required

Work Rights

Must have full working rights in New Zealand

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