Laboratory Manager

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Job description

Laboratory Manager

Description

In this role, the Laboratory Manager is assigned to the testing laboratory within the Trulieve processing facility. This role is responsible for directly managing laboratory supervisors, issuing performance evaluations and counseling for all subordinates, assigning special projects to facilitate method validation and development, vetting new testing laboratories and methodology, keeping up to date with changing safety and regulatory compliance requirements, screening employees through an advanced hiring process, and supporting the executive team with data compilation to support ongoing projects and process improvement.

Position Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

• (25%) Vetting, auditing, and communicating with new and existing third-party laboratories to support data integrity, regulatory compliance, and method development.
• (25%) Organizes projects to support financial and operational decisions
• (15%) Regularly audits laboratory practices to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and support data integrity. Orchestrates action plans to improve efficiency.
• (15%) Designs projects to validate new and existing methods and assigns them to the relevant subordinates. Requests improvements to SOPs as needed.
• (10%) Managing employees in Paychex, monthly and quarterly reviews, scheduling training, leadership assignments, and performance counseling.
• (10%) Mentors supervisors and keeps track of training progress.

Required Education:

The minimum qualifications for the position include a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or another related field. Laboratory and supervisory experience are required.

The incumbent should possess the following KSA's (knowledge, skills and abilities):

• Knowledge of scientific principles, terminology and techniques related to cannabis processing and testing. Previous HPLC and/or GC experience is required. Management experience is required.
• Knowledge of laboratory practices which ensure safety, accuracy and efficiency.
• Knowledge of industry regulations put in place by OSHA and the Department of Health.
• Knowledge of the policies and procedures which guide employees at Trulieve.
• Skills in the proper use of analytical instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team leader, efficiently manage time, utilize problem solving skills and techniques, keep detailed and accurate records and maintain confidentiality concerning laboratory matters.
• Ability to supervise, interact, and work cooperatively with staff.

Other Requirements???????

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position. The normal work schedule for the laboratory manager is 9AM-5PM Monday through Friday. This position will be available "after hours" if an emergency should arise.

We are an EOE company.

Full-Time/Part-Time

-unspecified-

Shift

-not applicable-

Level 2 Background check required

Position

Laboratory Manager

Division

Trulieve, INC

Close Date

Post Internal Days

0

Number of Openings

1

Number Filled

0

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Req Number

PRO-21-00326

Open Date

10/27/2021

Location

Holyoke

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.