Laboratory Manager

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, New Zealand Livestock Improvement Corporation Full time

**At a glance**:
**Ref: 47229 | **Hamilton (Newstead) | **Lean Management/Continuous Improvement, Agricultural/Environmental, Production/Process Workers, Chemistry, Planning/Scheduling, Genetics, Laboratory Technician, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Reproduction, Research & Development, Manufacturing/Operations, Science | **Experienced, Management | **Permanent |**:
LIC have been providing innovative farming solutions for over a century, and today, we're proudly NZ's leading agri-tech and dairy herd improvement cooperative. We're actively shaping the future of agriculture, with a commitment to providing world-renowned genetics and technology products that empower dairy farmers to create sustainable and profitable farms.

**About the Role**

This pivotal role puts you at the heart of our operations, overseeing the annual production of 4.5 million LLL straws and 2.5 million frozen straws. With a focus on quality and adherence to health and safety regulations, you'll ensure we meet our high-standards and deliver on our customer commitments. Your key responsibilities will include:

- People Leadership: Build a collaborative environment where team members feel valued, supported, and motivated to succeed.
- Champion Quality and Compliance: Ensure operations consistently meet required standards.
- Financial Management: Prepare and manage annual budgets (capital and operating) and drive operational efficiency.
- Achieve Production Targets: Oversee the production process to meet semen production goals and export deadlines, proactively addressing any laboratory issues.
- Operational Planning: Plan and coordinate daily operational activities and resource requirements to meet production demands.
- Drive Innovation: Initiate and lead technical and operational changes to improve processes and stay ahead of industry trends.
- Collaborate Seamlessly: Build and manage relationships with key AB Operations staff to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of semen products.

**About You**

You're a strong leader who genuinely cares for their team, enjoys change, and maintains a strong focus on quality. Your skills and experience include:

- Extensive experience in a laboratory/production environment with a tertiary qualification in science.
- Proven ability to build, lead, and manage a high-performing team, preferably in a production environment.
- Strong analytical skills to enhance process and system effectiveness.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across our business.
- Experience managing workloads, staff, and resources under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Be results and quality-focused with a collaborative approach.
- Experience in process improvement and change management is advantageous.

**In Return**:
This role offers opportunities to drive positive change and improve processes within an environment focused on quality and collaboration.

You'll enjoy a competitive salary and benefits including additional leave days, discounted health, life, income, and disability insurances, and participation in our employee shares scheme.

At our Newstead depot we offer free parking, EV charging stations, and access to facilities including a tennis court, pool, and onsite café.

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