Position: Packaging Lab Manager
Category: Food & Beverages
Job Type: Onsite in Parsippany, NJ
Experience: 5+ years
Work Status: Candidates who are native to the US and don't need work visa will be preferred.
Job description:
This position is for a Packaging Development R&D Lab Technician responsible for managing the Lab and Plant in the US, located in a strategic location.
The candidate must have experience managing a Packaging Lab, with strong technical skills, the ability to learn quickly, and work independently, preferably with at least 5 years of experience in the food industry.
The individual should be a strong team player, capable of guiding junior engineers, solving technical problems, and effectively communicating with the Packaging Development Team.
Day-to-day Activities:
- Perform packaging testing, share data, and maintain records.
- Support or execute trials at the Pilot Plant; serve as the Single Point of Contact for staff.
- Create or maintain internal test methods & SOPs.
- Purchase supplies and consumables following procedures.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and tidy lab and pilot plant environment.
- Use data repositories for all tests.
- Conduct lab tours for Senior Leadership.
Safety:
- Serve as Packaging Safety Steward.
- Coordinate site safety inspections and update risk assessments.
- Conduct safety training for new employees.
- Manage storage locations in the lab.
Budget Planning & Tracking:
- Plan and submit the next year's budget, including capital expenses.
- Track expenses and forecast accurately.
Maintenance, Calibration & Training:
- Maintain equipment schedules and coordinate repairs.
- Schedule training for new installations and manage equipment support.
- Coordinate vendor calibration tests.
New Equipment Purchase & Installation:
- Identify needs based on feedback and strategic goals.
- Draft ARs and complete GRs.
- Lead installation activities with Facilities.
- Manage assets and coordinate trials with staff.
- Ensure proper documentation and compliance with safety standards.
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