MOHR Talent · 11 hours ago
Quality Laboratory Manager
Wall, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expMOHR Talent is seeking a Quality Laboratory Manager who will lead the laboratory Quality Management System and oversee analytical and microbiological testing operations. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Maintain and continuously improve the laboratory Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9000 and ISO 17025 standards
Oversee analytical and microbiological testing activities, including calibration, standardization, and method verification/validation
Lead root cause investigations, deviations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Track, analyze, and report laboratory KPIs such as turnaround time, accuracy, and compliance metrics
Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external audits and inspections
Oversee sample intake processes and manage retention sample programs
Ensure batch records, downtime documentation, and quality events are properly recorded and reviewed
Partner with leadership on safety initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and procurement of quality-critical lab supplies
Train and develop laboratory staff, quality inspectors, and production personnel on procedures, inspection methods, and quality expectations
Ensure appropriate quality coverage across all production shifts
Maintain accurate training records in accordance with SOPs
Support and conduct SOP, GMP, and GDP training initiatives across departments
Assist in investigations related to customer complaints and quality events
Oversee batch record review and product disposition activities (hold/release)
Communicate quality issues, risks, and trends to senior leadership
Actively coach, support, and hold the team accountable to performance and quality standards
Maintain consistent, on-site attendance and active floor/lab presence
Complete required training and compliance activities
Perform additional duties as assigned to support quality and operational excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline
5+ years of experience in a quality laboratory or regulated production environment
Demonstrated experience with analytical testing, microbiological testing, and laboratory instrumentation
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9000 and ISO 17025 standards
Proven people leadership experience, including training, performance management, and cross-department collaboration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present data to non-technical stakeholders
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused leadership style
Valid driver's license
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and work in laboratory and manufacturing environments
Company
MOHR Talent
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase