Lab Supervisor (Food Production)

Black & Grey Hr

Lab Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise daily laboratory operations across GCC laboratories, ensuring optimal resource utilization and operational efficiency.
• Review and critically analyze laboratory results and report findings to the QA Manager.
• Provide technical guidance to laboratory teams and support decision-making related to testing, analysis, and quality control processes.
• Ensure laboratory procedures comply with ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Accreditation Standard and internal quality standards.
• Monitor laboratory activities, maintain accurate sample traceability, and ensure adherence to sampling plans and testing protocols.
• Lead and develop laboratory personnel through training, coaching, performance feedback, and succession planning.
• Manage laboratory administrative activities including asset tracking, procurement requests, and equipment maintenance.
• Support R&D initiatives, including validation and development of new testing methods and technologies.
• Ensure implementation of corporate quality programs, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure compliance with food safety, halal, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the implementation and effective use of laboratory information systems (LIMS) across GCC laboratories.
• Participate in budgeting, investment planning, and laboratory infrastructure improvement projects.
• Promote and enforce HSE policies and safe laboratory practices.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, halal standards, and corporate quality policies.
• Support internal and external audits, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Contribute to crisis management, risk management, and food safety culture initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety, GMP, and Food Hygiene standards
• Experience with food microbiology, chemistry, and laboratory testing processes
• Understanding of production processes in the food manufacturing industry
• Experience with Microsoft Office and SAP (preferred)
• Analytical thinking, leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Strong team management, coaching, and stakeholder communication abilities

Benefits

• Attractive Salary + Benefits
• If you are an experienced laboratory professional with a strong background in food safety and quality management, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading food manufacturing organization in the GCC region.