Laboratory Manager

Location: Kingston Upon Hull

Company Description Marfleet Analytical Services Ltd is an independent analytical laboratory specializing in the analysis and evaluation of materials and products for diverse industrial sectors. The organization supports clients in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Cosmetic, Food, and Specialty Chemicals markets, providing reliable, high-quality testing services. Its work helps ensure product safety, compliance, and performance across complex regulatory environments. Team members collaborate closely with clients to deliver accurate results and tailored analytical solutions.
Role Description The Quality Control Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Kingston Upon Hull. This position is responsible for overseeing all quality control activities within the laboratory, including monitoring testing processes, reviewing and approving analytical results, and ensuring adherence to internal procedures and regulatory standards. The role involves managing quality documentation, leading internal audits, investigating non-conformances, and implementing corrective and preventive actions.

The Quality Control Manager will collaborate with laboratory staff to maintain and improve quality systems, support method validation, and train team members on best practices. The individual will also work with clients and regulatory bodies as needed to address quality-related queries and ensure consistent service excellence.
Qualifications

• Experience in quality management within an analytical laboratory or regulated industrial environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, healthcare, cosmetics, food, or specialty chemicals).
• Strong understanding of quality systems, laboratory accreditation standards (such as ISO/IEC 17025 or similar), and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to lead audits, manage documentation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in testing and evaluation processes.
• Proficient in data review, error detection, and root cause analysis, with a structured approach to corrective and preventive actions.
• Effective leadership and people management skills, including mentoring, training, and performance oversight of laboratory staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and communicate with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, capable of prioritizing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Analytical Science, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Comfortable working on-site in a laboratory setting and adhering to all health, safety, and environmental protocols.
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and common analytical instrumentation is an advantage.