Laboratory Director - Chemistry

Laboratory Director - Chemistry

Crete Analytical Laboratory

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Laboratory Director - Chemistry in 3600 Eagle Nest Dr, North Building, Crete, IL 60417 USA. Your mission will be to:

The incumbent provides leadership and establishes policies, procedures and goals related to technical/scientific leadership, operational excellence, quality systems improvement, innovation, and method development within the Chemistry Department. The incumbent provides technical direction to laboratory management to ensure that laboratory technical, quality and operating systems are performing at or above the established goals. The incumbent provides technical consulting to clients and corporate functions such as Sales, Customer Care, Product Management and others as appropriate. The incumbent plays a leading role in improving customer perception of Merieux's scientific leadership and maintaining a consistent culture of scientific integrity throughout the organization.

This is a hands-on leadership position suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced lab environment, enjoys building teams, and knows their way around both a spreadsheet and a mass spectrometer.

• Leadership of the entire Chemistry Department

• Building and creating a high performance team

• Identifying and implementing efficiency and productivity improvements

• Identifying, meeting, and addressing key metrics for the Chemistry Department

• Talent development

• Ensures adherence to defined protocols and SOPs

• Ensure safety policies are followed

• Support Sales and Customer Care as technical expert

• Working with other functions such as Product Management and Research to add new methods in fast and error free fashion

• Continually optimize testing operations to meet customer expectations on speed and quality

• Collaborate with LD on selection, optimization and justification of equipment and all other analytical resources

• Provide technical direction and supervision to laboratory personnel. Interact with other departments (sales, customer care, other location heads).

• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential to this position for effective customer contact. Customer relation skills are needed to obtain and provide information to the customer.

YOUR PROFILE

• Education: Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.

• Experience: 10+ years in a chemistry laboratory setting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Demonstrated success managing high-volume laboratory operations in a regulated environment. Strong operational understanding of key analytical instrumentation (HPLC, LCMS, GCMS, GC, ICPMS, etc.)

• Business Acumen: Demonstrated success managing a P&L or departmental budget with direct financial oversight responsibility including, budgeting, cost analysis, and Capital expenditure creation.

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and retain highly technical teams. Excellent people leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of food chemistry testing methodologies, 3rd party testing, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.

Communication Skills: Advanced ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to both scientific and non-technical audiences.

Compensation Range:
$145,000 - $155,000
Potential bonus: Up to 15% based on performance.

Full Time Eligible Benefits Overview:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
- Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

The information above provides a general overview and may vary based on specific job responsibilities, location, or other factors. Details will be clarified during the hiring process.

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WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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