Projects Manager -Retail Compliance

Are you Interested in contributing to improving and saving lives?  Work for one of the largest global testing laboratories at the forefront of one of our state-of-the-art laboratories, each day testing for life and making the world a safer and healthier place.  Eurofins’ Madison-based location conducts food chemistry testing specializing in infant formula, sole-source nutrition products, hemp and CBD, dietary supplements, and a variety of botanicals. Our testing portfolio includes vitamins, minerals, contaminants, pesticides and shelf-life studies.  We believe diverse backgrounds are cornerstones to scientific greatness. Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins Companies.

The scope of this job is to manage projects and initiatives within EFII.  Projects include one-time or ongoing activities that will catalyze growth through expansion of existing business offerings, launching new offerings, or meet other needs such as process or space redesign.  Responsibility of the role is to develop and execute plans while working with stakeholders to deliver to timelines on budget.

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
• Direct and manage domestic project development from beginning to end.  May be involved in regional or global project planning.
• Develop project plans, protocols, final reports and associated communications.
• Communicate project requirements, expectations, and outcomes to team members and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior management, clients, and stakeholders to define the scope, goals, and deliverables of the project.
• Estimate the resources needed to meet project goals.
• Manage changes in project scope.
• Develop contingency plans for unforeseen project problems.
• Monitor progress and status of assigned tasks and, if necessary, develop actions to bring assigned tasks back on schedule.
• Supervise project team members and facilitate the development of the skills needed by project team members.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts among project team members.
• Manage the actions of outside contractors involved in project activities.
• Interact with clients as needed to resolve questions or confirm assumptions during the project.
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Act as primary liaison between client retailers, suppliers, and laboratory stakeholders
• Support broader quality programs at retail clients

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability required.

• 7+ years of experience in project team management, experience in laboratory operations, sample handling and/or sample storage desired.
• Previous experience in managing staff required.
• Ability to learn new tasks
• Ability to think critically and solve problems quickly and efficiently

Education: Bachelors

• Job requires long periods of time working with computer equipment in office environments.
• Job may require exposure to chemicals when interacting with laboratory computer equipment.
• Ability to work both independently and with project teams.
• Good attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory operations and equipment is beneficial.
• Overtime and weekend work as required.
• Will be exposed to potential food allergens.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits:

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Pay: 18-20/hr

Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.