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Laboratory Manager
Certified Group —Tustin, CA
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
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Laboratory Manager

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Job Details

$125,000 - $150,000 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Team leadership
ISO standards
Coaching
Employee relationship building
GMP
Team development
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Laboratory information systems (LIS)

Full Job Description

Certified Group is committed to partnering with customers to deliver innovative scientific solutions and expertise – So The World Can Trust In What It Consumes™. Our network of 30+ North American and European laboratories serves the food & beverage, dietary supplements, cosmetics, OTC, tobacco/nicotine, cannabis, and hemp industries.

Our Brands

Certified Group is comprised of a set of specialized brands that collectively deliver laboratory testing, regulatory consulting, and certification & audit services across highly regulated industries:

Certified Laboratories – Provides comprehensive analytical and microbiological testing, primarily supporting food, beverage, cosmetics, OTC, and dietary supplement industries.
Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) – A leading network of ISO-accredited laboratories across North America, focused on food safety testing, operational support, and technical services for the food industry.
Labstat – A global leader in contract research and testing for nicotine, tobacco, cannabis, hemp, and next-generation products, with deep expertise in analytical chemistry and toxicology.
EAS Consulting Group – A regulatory consulting firm offering expert guidance, training, and auditing support across FDA, USDA, and other regulated sectors, powered by a large network of independent advisors.
FSNS Certification & Audit – Provides accredited third-party auditing and certification services, including food safety, animal welfare, and GMP programs.

Position Overview:

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the laboratory to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of analytical results. This role oversees laboratory staff, instrumentation, and workflows supporting chemical testing for personal care and cosmetic products.

The Laboratory Manager partners closely with the Lab Director to support operational strategy while ensuring laboratory activities meet quality, regulatory, and client expectations. The successful candidate is a proactive and resourceful leader who drives operational excellence, fosters innovation, and maintains a strong focus on client satisfaction and team development.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance technical oversight, staff management, and operational performance in a fast-paced testing environment.

Responsibilities:

Laboratory Operations

Direct the day-to-day activities of laboratory staff, ensuring testing is performed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and laboratory procedures.
Manage laboratory workflows, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet turnaround time and productivity targets.
Oversee the proper operation, maintenance, and utilization of laboratory instrumentation used in chemical testing.
Monitor performance metrics and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.

Technical & Analytical Oversight

Provide technical guidance and oversight for analytical testing performed within the laboratory.
Serve as an escalation point for complex technical challenges, supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Ensure analytical results consistently meet internal quality standards and external audit requirements.
Maintain awareness of new technologies, instrumentation, and methodologies relevant to personal care testing.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure laboratory operations comply with ISO, GMP, and internal quality system requirements.
Oversee execution of QA/QC programs, documentation practices, and laboratory procedures.
Support the development and implementation of laboratory methods, SOPs, and policies.
Participate in internal and external audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Client Support & Collaboration

Serve as a technical resource for clients, providing scientific insight and guidance related to testing processes and results.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure testing programs meet client expectations for accuracy, reporting format, and turnaround time.
Support strong client relationships by delivering reliable results and responsive communication.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Analyze laboratory operations and implement improvements that enhance productivity, turnaround time, and data quality.
Maintain laboratory equipment, facilities, and workspaces to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
Prepare operational reports and provide recommendations for strategic and operational improvements.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory staff to ensure strong technical capability and professional growth.
Participate in recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and innovative laboratory culture.
Address performance issues and partner with HR on employee development and disciplinary processes when needed.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of laboratory experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
Experience working in a high-throughput analytical laboratory environment, preferably supporting personal care, cosmetics, or consumer product testing.
Familiarity with GMP, ISO quality systems, and laboratory operational processes.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of laboratory instrumentation and analytical testing workflows.
Experience working with LIMS systems and laboratory data management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Leadership & Soft Skills

Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities.
Ability to build collaborative, trust-based relationships across teams.

Schedule: 8:00AM-5:00PM, Monday-Friday

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

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