Job Title: Lab Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lab Manager to oversee our Packaging Development R&D Lab and Pilot Plant. The ideal candidate will perform requested packaging testing, share data with requestors, and maintain records of test results using GLIMS. This role involves supporting or executing trials, creating and maintaining internal test methods and SOPs, purchasing supplies, and ensuring a safe and organized lab environment. The Lab Manager will also conduct tours for Senior Leadership and ensure data repositories are utilized for all tests.

ResponsibilitiesPerform requested packaging testing and share data with requestors.Maintain records of test results using GLIMS.Support or execute trials at the Pilot Plant.Act as the Single Point of Contact for staff.Create or maintain internal test methods and SOPs for each instrument and equipment type.Purchase supplies and consumables as needed, following MDLZ procedures.Maintain a safe, organized, stocked, and tidy lab and pilot plant environment at all times.Ensure data repositories (Eureka, Teams, or other) are used for all tests.Conduct tours of the lab for Senior Leadership.Essential SkillsExperience in managing a Packaging Lab.Strong technical skills and the ability to learn on the fly.Ability to execute independently by leveraging expertise and experience.A minimum of 3-5 years of experience, preferably in the food industry.Strong team player representing the technical organization.Ability to provide guidance and expertise to Junior Engineers.Effective communicator to the Packaging Development Team.Ability to find technical solutions when problems are identified.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with packaging development and testing (material characterization, shock & vibration).Leadership skills.Laboratory management experience.Work Environment

This position is responsible for managing the Lab and Pilot Plant, physically located in East Hanover, NJ. The site has roughly 400 employees, most of whom work a hybrid schedule, except for the labs which are open 5 days a week. The work environment is dynamic and requires maintaining a safe and organized lab space at all times

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Hanover,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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