Microbiology Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Microbiology Manager

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in food microbiology testing, with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of dairy and pet food microbiology, pathogens, and spoilage organisms.
• Familiarity with ISO accreditation and regulatory requirements (FDA, USDA, AOAC methods).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Salary Min :

$85,000.00 Salary Max : $100,000.00

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Job Description

The Microbiology Department Manager will lead and oversee all microbiological testing operations within our accredited third-party food testing laboratory. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of testing services for dairy and pet food products. The manager will provide technical leadership, supervise laboratory staff, maintain quality standards, and ensure regulatory compliance with industry and client requirements.

Responsibilities

Work Environment

The laboratory hosts a team of 53 professionals specializing in chemistry and microbiology. The manager will oversee two supervisors who each manage teams of 7-8 individuals. Our facility stands as the showroom for state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation, making it the largest third-party food testing company in the U.S

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Springfield, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00 / yr.

Medical Insurance  Health Savings Account (HSA)  Dental Insurance  Vision Insurance  Contribution Rates  Additional Benefits  Life and Disability  Worksite Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity  Legal and ID Theft  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Commuter and Student Loan Assistance  401(k)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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