NQAC Lab Manager (Microbiological) - Navanakorn Factory

POSITION SNAPSHOT Location: Pathum Thani, Nikom Navanakorn Company: Nestlé Business Unit/Division: Technical & Production Full-time Minimum 5 years’ experience in application of analytical techniques and previously deputy team leader or deputy technical or quality manager 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.