PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Assists the Micro Lab Manager with oversight of internal company Micro Lab. Also supports the processing facilities by ensuring food safety programs and regulatory requirements are being met by providing appropriate laboratory test results.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Oversees Laboratory Testing. Responsible for managing a shift of laboratory operations. Provides direction to micro-laboratory technicians. Helps to identify cost saving opportunities. Ensures lab personnel are trained to safely handle all chemicals used in the lab. Communicates Laboratory Results. Populates spreadsheets with test results and communicates important test results to the appropriate personnel. Manages people and resources to meet business goals. Manages people and resources to meet regulatory requirements and expectations. Ensures effective scheduling and spending to meet quality requirements and ensure product meets expectations. Manages employees. Directs and supervises employees' work activities and monitors work performance. Collaborates with Human Resources to screen, interview and hire candidates. Administers disciplinary actions and recommends performance improvement actions in collaboration with the HR Manager. Monitors work performance and recommends compensation decisions based on guidelines. Follows Simmons values to develop and maintain a favorable working relationship with all employees. Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment in order to facilitate positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturing environment and surrounding property. May travel via car or plane to various work locations. Must be able to stoop, bend, and climb ladders to perform inspections. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Hairnets, lab coats, slip resistant shoes, and any other protective equipment as needed or required.

Travel: Minimum local travel to other work sites.

Technical Experience: 1 year laboratory experience.

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing lab.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry or related degree or 4 years related work experience.

Preferred Education: N/A