Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor (Shift)

On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor for Cava. Shift Work Required includes Day & Evening Rotation.

The client require a proactive and experienced Microbiology Laboratory Supervisor on Rotating Days & Evening Shift to lead the microbiology team in supporting product quality, regulatory compliance, and batch release activities within a regulated manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a microbiology professional with strong leadership capabilities, a passion for quality and continuous improvement, and a commitment to developing high-performing teams. In this role, you will be involved:

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Microbiology Technicians.
• Manage laboratory resources, scheduling, and workload priorities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management.

Laboratory Operations

• Oversee microbiological testing for batch release, environmental monitoring, raw materials, and finished products.
• Review and approve laboratory documentation, data, and test results.
• Ensure testing activities are completed accurately and on time.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain inspection readiness.
• Lead laboratory investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maintain and improve laboratory SOPs, test methods, and documentation.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in laboratory processes, microbiological control programmes, and testing efficiency.
• Support equipment validation, test method transfers, and laboratory projects.
• Analyse microbiological trends and communicate key metrics to site leadership.

Health & Safety

• Champion a strong culture of safety, compliance, and good laboratory practices.
• Ensure adherence to all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements and laboratory procedures.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Microbiology is an advantage or a General Science discipline
• A minimum of 18months to 2yrs people management expr
• Experience working in a microbiology laboratory within a regulated environment is essential for this role

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of GMP, quality systems, and microbiological testing techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.
• Knowledge of FDA requirements and laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

Hours of Work for Rotating each week Days/Evening Shift

Days - Monday to Thursday - 8am to 4pm, Friday - 8am to 2pm

Evenings - Monday to Thursday 4pm to Midnight, Friday - 2pm to 8pm

Salary approx €60-€65k plus 20% shift allowance