The Laboratory Senior Manager leads the planning, coordination and management of all activities in the Coca-Cola Ballina Laboratory.
This position is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of KORE and ISO***** compliance with policies, procedures and practices of The Coca-Cola Company and regulatory bodies.
The Laboratory Senior Manager will report to the QSE Director.
Responsibilities
Prioritize Safety of Laboratory employees through continuous review of work practices and ensure that an effective safety team is in place.
Ensure the effective implementation of KORE to ensure compliance with the policies, procedures and practices of The Coca-Cola Company and regulatory bodies in the Ballina Laboratory.
Ensure that all ingredients, finished products and intermediate products are tested and released in accordance with procedures set forth in The Coca-Cola Company Requirements (KORE).
Participate in selection of laboratory equipment with a view to optimize output by incorporation of state-of-the-art laboratory instruments enabling fast response time of tests, automation and online data acquisition.
Manage Laboratory Shift Managers and direct reports with an overall responsibility for about 40 Team Members.
Ensure compliance to ISO ***** Laboratory Management Systems.
Implementation and management of Laboratory GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) requirements.
Embed operational excellence and a continuous improvement culture to deliver improvements through lean principles and systems.
Provide technical support to Operating Unit and Bottlers if quality concerns with concentrate.
Support and technically advise Procurement on ingredient strategy.
Actively participate, with significant influence, in the selection and training of the Laboratory Team.
Support and lead both regional and global laboratories projects as required.
Qualifications
Degree, MSc or PhD in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Pharmacology or Microbiology)
Experience
Minimum 7 years' experience in food or pharmaceutical industries, with at least 5 years of managerial experience.
Detailed understanding of laboratory technical processes, analytical decision making and problem-solving skills.
Experience in leading global projects is a distinct advantage.
Operate directly with sites and contacts located across the globe.
Fluent written and spoken English and strong communication skills required.
Team leadership, capability development and performance management.
Ability to set strategy and execute business plans.
Demonstrated experience in people management in a team environment.
Influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
Lead others through change.
Presentation and communication skills and ability to influence in the decision-making process.
Location
Ireland
City
Ballina
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