QC Laboratory Manager (Analytical)

Ingredion

  • Bedford Park, IL
  • $98,800-131,733 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
About Ingredion:Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.Position: Quality Control Laboratory, ManagerLocation: Argo Plant. Bedford Park, IL.Workplace type: On SiteAs a QC Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality control systems and laboratory are maintained and managed to provide quality control data to meet customer needs, operational needs, and regulatory compliance. Use technical expertise, knowledge of the corn wet milling business, and an understanding of company goals to work with Operations, Quality Assurance, and customers to assure product quality.What you will do:
  • Providing accurate and timely quality control data and services to internal and external customers. Accountable for ensuring the quality of data generated in the laboratory.
  • Providing support to audits for compliance to quality systems as per customer, quality, and regulatory systems. Knowledgeable in GMP, API regulations, inspection guidelines, sanitation, food regulations, pest control, and product safety.
  • Maintaining expertise in the analysis of products and in the processing parameters affecting product quality.
  • Managing the quality control laboratory to optimize the value of testing performed.
  • Ensuring a safe lab environment and appropriate chemical hygiene and safety training of laboratory personnel.
  • Ensuring maintenance of existing quality systems to meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitoring the quality and safety of incoming supplies. Assist in auditing suppliers of materials and services (warehouses, break stations, etc.), as needed.
  • Working with operations and quality assurance to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with regulations, company standards, and customer requirements.
  • Working with operational units to evaluate testing and sampling programs for effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Serving as an expert on analytical testing parameters and providing technical assistance to both internal and external customers.
  • Taking ownership and management of the sensory program.
  • Initiating new quality systems to support developing business needs.
  • Evaluating and introducing new equipment and methodologies to keep laboratory performance up to date.
What you will bring:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry.
  • Significant experience in managing a quality control laboratory within a related industry.
  • Knowledge of corn wet milling products and processes is a plus.
  • Experience working in a food plant environment, including compliance with applicable regulations governing the various product lines, is a plus.
  • Detailed understanding of HPLC instrumentation and troubleshooting.
  • Excellent organizational skills. Knowledge of the industry, products, and customer needs to recommend improved testing methods and instrumentation, and anticipate the testing needs of customers.
  • Must demonstrate exceptional leadership and management skills in working with people and managing projects.
  • Ability to evaluate personnel needs/effectiveness and coach and implement effective development activities for staff.
  • Ability to challenge traditional methods of accomplishing tasks or work activities; ability to identify and implement creative, innovative solutions, when appropriate. Familiar with Lean Six Sigma tools.
Who you are:
  • Ensure the appropriate training of laboratory personnel. Maintain appropriate training and proficiency testing records and the working climate needed to attain objectives.
  • Support Performance management activities and site development efforts to enhance the capability and provide ongoing personal development for salaried staff.
  • Work with other laboratory managers to provide flexibility in overall laboratory operations.
  • Provide technical leadership to the laboratory.
Why Join Ingredion?Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
  • Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
  • Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
  • Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
  • Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
#LI-DR1 #LI-ONSITEWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.Relocation Available: Yes, Within CountryPay Range: $98,800.00-$131,733.33 AnnualThis pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).Incentive Compensation:As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.Benefits:Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

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