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Quality Assurance (QA) Lab Supervisor - 1st shift

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Jun 2025

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Job Details:

SUMMARY: The Laboratory Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing the operations of the laboratory in Tecumseh and Waverly, ensuring ISO-17025 standards are followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

  • Supervise laboratory (2) operations to maintain quality and efficiency as they apply to the laboratories area, including quality control records, forms, files etc.

  • Perform and interpret test results, notifying the Sr. Manager FSQA of deviations

  • Supervise training of new and current laboratory personnel in laboratory procedures

  • Management of direct reports including hiring, training, and performance evaluations

  • Reviews, rewrites and keeps current all laboratory policies and procedures in accordance with regulations to conform with quality assurance requirements

  • Report equipment failures

  • Supervise quality control procedures and documentation to support compliance with ISO 17025 guidelines

  • Initiate laboratory non- compliance investigation in order to establish corrective action

  • Assist in inventory maintenance and budget

  • Perform internal audits of laboratory processes as directed

  • Perform workbench as needed to ensure samples are handled in a timely manner

  • Will be required to independently travel to Tecumseh plant 2-3 day

  • Other duties as assigned

  • Ability to operate equipment and handle lab materials safely and effectively, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices and laboratory practices.

  • Knowledge of technical information behind each test performed

    Trouble shooting skills essential

  • Must be able to work independently and make decisions

  • Willingness to function and work as a team

  • Willingness to travel freely between both plants

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

  • In the absence of the Laboratory Supervisor, the FSQA Manager or Sr Manager FSQA will take on all quality and food safety related duties conducted by the Laboratory Supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Science or related field

Experience: 1+ years leadership or supervisory experience required. Testing and laboratory experience in food industry preferred

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft office. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Physical Requirements / Environment: Stand/Walk: Frequent, Sit: Occasional, Lift/Carry:  Occasional (1- 50 lbs.)

Other Physical Requirements: Bend/stoop, squat, climb (up to 3 ft), reach above shoulder (up to 5 ft.), push/pull: Occasional; Grasp, push: Occasional

Environment:  Marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure outside condition: occasional, some office work

Travel: Between Waverly and Tecumseh, NE.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position, and applicant must reside in the United States.

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.   Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Telehealth services

  • Well-Being Support Programs

  • FSA and HSA available

  • 401k

  • Stock Purchase Plan

  • Company Paid Life Insurance

  • Short-Term & Long- Term Disability

  • Fully Funded Education

  • Discount Program

Relocation Assistance Eligible

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