NQAC Lab Manager (Microbiological) - Navanakorn Factory

A DAY IN THE LIFE...

• Provide technical leadership and support to the Indochina and Vietnam markets, ensuring microbiological laboratory operations comply with Nestlé Good Laboratory Practices (NGLP), laboratory safety requirements, and quality management systems.
• Serve as Technical Management Team member and Deputy Quality Manager for ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, driving continuous improvement of technical requirements and laboratory quality systems
• Deliver scientific laboratory training, coaching, and technical support to Nestlé factories, NQAC laboratories, and co-manufacturers within the SPOC network.
• Ensure laboratory proficiency, effectiveness, and operational excellence through robust microbiological testing, method validation, verification, and continuous performance monitoring.
• Lead competency development programs and manage the training portfolio for NQAC employees to build technical capabilities and maintain required skill levels.
• Support laboratory operations and customer service activities while acting as SHE Champion to promote a strong safety culture and compliance with laboratory safety standards.
• Manage laboratory CAPEX, maintenance budgets, and operational resources to ensure cost-effective laboratory performance and sustainable growth.
• Maintain and continuously improve laboratory documentation, procedures, work instructions, and quality records to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.

ARE YOU A FIT?

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Science, Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of experience in microbiology laboratory operations, quality assurance, laboratory management, or analytical services.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories.
• Proven experience in laboratory audits, method validation/verification, and quality management systems.
• Experience in coaching, technical training, and stakeholder management across multiple sites or markets.
• Proven experience in coaching, technical training, and capability development.
• Working knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is preferred.
• Strong communication skills in both Thai and English.
• Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and project management skills.