Microbiology Supervisor

Occupation:
Quality Control Systems Managers

Location:

Hodges, SC - 29653

Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Remote:
Onsite all of the time

• Understands basic laboratory safety equipment and instructions, precautions in handling and disposing of biological materials, in accordance with local environmental regulations.
• Trains and develops laboratory staff using the principles of Coaching & Feedback and the Competency Development Map for Microbiology.
• Sets up and administers a laboratory quality assurance system covering method and material qualification as well as equipment, calibration, and maintenance.
• Maintains laboratory quality control systems to assure validity of data and ensures that the reporting of data and maintenance of records is documented.
• Ensures data integrity of the lab, ensuring that the reporting of data and maintenance of records is documented.
• Interprets data correctly and effectively communicates results to appropriate individuals, including management.
• Participates in internal and external audits (contract manufacturers & labs, suppliers, etc.) and functions as part of the Plant & Quality Team.
• Interfaces with Global & Divisional Quality/Microbiology teams to provide input on programs, procedures and methods, and receives guidance & support on implementation of programs.
• Provides direction for improving microbiological control in the microbiology laboratory and the entire site facility.

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related biological science, including at least four courses of significant coursework in Microbiology.
• 3+ years of industrial and manufacturing experience in Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Food, or Environmental product production.
• Experience with manufacturing lab work and plant floor controls.

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred.
• Understanding of the linkages and interdependencies between supply chain and demand chain KPIs.
• Previous experience as a Microbiologist from Manufacturing plants or Global Technology centers.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply continuous improvement tools to affect positive change.
• Engages site, division, and manufacturing and technology management to provide appropriate leadership and resources to ensure full conformance to the Quality and Micro Control Standards.
• Creates and nurtures practical networks with Supply Chain, Technology, Procurement, Legal & Regulatory departments to foster teamwork and empowerment to strategically manage micro requirements.

Salary Range: $96,800.00 - $ USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for Executive‑level roles.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions. Salaried employees enjoy a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave adjusted per local laws.

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.