Laboratory Manager

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to be partnered with the UK’s leading independent, family-owned business who specialise in food and drink distribution for wholesale customers, located in Tewkesbury. Laboratory Manager – Food Manufacturing We’re looking for an experienced Laboratory Manager to lead a busy laboratory team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Please note: Previous FOOD LABORATORY experience is essential for this role. Candidates must come from a food manufacturing, food microbiology, dairy or closely related food laboratory background. The role will involve: * Managing and developing the laboratory team * Overseeing microbiological, environmental and product testing * Managing sampling, shelf-life testing and laboratory schedules * Investigating quality and microbiological issues * Supporting BRCGS, HACCP and food safety compliance * Ensuring laboratory equipment is maintained and calibrated * Driving improvements across laboratory processes and standards * Reporting laboratory KPIs, trends and results to management What we’re looking for: * Strong food laboratory experience – essential * Previous team leadership or management experience * Good knowledge of food microbiology and food safety * Understanding of BRCGS and HACCP * Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills * Food Science, Microbiology or similar qualification would be advantageous * Dairy industry experience would be a bonus A great opportunity for an experienced food laboratory professional who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and playing a key role in product safety and quality