Supervisor Lab (Food Manufacturing Industry)

Job Description

• Plan and monitor laboratory testing programs for raw materials, in-process materials, finished products, retained samples, and environmental monitoring to ensure timely execution in accordance with approved testing schedules.

• Manage internal and outsourced laboratory testing activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, applicable regulatory requirements, and food safety standards.

• Open initial investigations and support root cause analysis to identify the causes of laboratory nonconformities and testing deviations.

• Team supervision and work prioritization.

• Communication and cross-department coordination.

• Monitor laboratory equipment performance, arrange repairs and external calibration services when required, and ensure no testing is performed using equipment that is out of calibration or unsuitable for use.

• Good understanding of laboratory safety, chemical handling, and waste management.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Food Technology, Biology, Pharmacy, or related field

• Min. 3–5 years in Laboratory, Quality Control, or Quality Assurance, preferably in Food, FMCG, or Manufacturing industry

• Good understanding of laboratory safety, chemical handling, and waste management

• Knowledge laboratory test standards, GMP, GLP, HACCP, Food Safety, and Halal requirements

• Detail-oriented and accurate in laboratory testing Able to maintain data integrity and laboratory documentation Able to handle audit, certification