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Aggregate Quality Manager AMAT Draper, Utah, United States | Ogden, Utah, United States | Salt Lake ... Establish laboratory standards related to equipment calibration, documentation, technician ...

Position Overview The Aggregate Quality Manager provides enterprise leadership for aggregate ... Establish laboratory standards related to equipment calibration, documentation, technician ...

Laboratory Director

Pleasant Grove, UT · On-site

$95K - $124K/yr

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the overall management, quality, and performance of the fertility laboratory. This role provides leadership to laboratory managers and staff while ensuring ...

Laboratory Director

Pleasant Grove, UT · On-site

$185K - $275K/yr

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the overall management, quality, and performance of the fertility laboratory. This role provides leadership to laboratory managers and staff while ensuring ...

Laboratory Director

Pleasant Grove, UT · On-site

$185 - $275/hr

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the overall management, quality, and performance of the fertility laboratory. This role provides leadership to laboratory managers and staff while ensuring ...

Quality Laboratory Programs Lead is responsible for the global ownership, optimization, and ... Design, implement, and manage a global internal proficiency testing (PT) program for all laboratory ...

Quality Laboratory Programs Lead is responsible for the global ownership, optimization, and ... Design, implement, and manage a global internal proficiency testing (PT) program for all laboratory ...

Lead the laboratory team in assuring product conformity and compliance to internal and external quality & food safety standards established by the QA department, Company and regulatory requirements.

Lead the laboratory team in assuring product conformity and compliance to internal and external quality & food safety standards established by the QA department, Company and regulatory requirements.

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How much do laboratory quality manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for laboratory quality manager in Utah is $83,718.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,700.00 and $101,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laboratory quality manager?

A Laboratory Quality Manager ensures that laboratory operations comply with quality standards, regulations, and best practices. They develop and maintain quality management systems, conduct audits, train staff on compliance, and investigate any quality-related issues. Their role is essential in maintaining accurate and reliable test results while improving laboratory efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a laboratory quality manager?

To thrive as a Laboratory Quality Manager, you need a solid background in laboratory science, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in a life science field. Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS), laboratory information management systems (LIMS), ISO 15189 or CLIA certification standards, and internal auditing tools is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams are key soft skills in this position. These competencies ensure that laboratory operations meet accreditation standards, maintain data integrity, and promote continuous improvement.

What are the primary challenges faced by laboratory quality managers and how can they overcome them?

Laboratory Quality Managers often face challenges such as maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory standards, managing cross-departmental communication, and ensuring ongoing staff training. Staying current with industry requirements and fostering a strong quality culture can help mitigate these challenges. Successful managers proactively provide training, lead internal audits, and build collaborative relationships across the organization to address issues efficiently. By implementing robust quality management systems and encouraging teamwork, they help ensure the laboratory consistently meets its quality objectives.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Quality Manager job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $83,718 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

Quality Control Laboratory Manager - Nutrition

Innophos

North Salt Lake, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

The QC Laboratory Manager is responsible for the leadership, integration, and compliance of the Chemistry and Microbiology laboratories within an ISO 17025-accredited nutrition ingredient manufacturing facility.

This role oversees laboratory quality systems, technical governance, data integrity, and operational execution across all laboratory activities, including chemical testing, microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and outsourced laboratory services. The position ensures timely, accurate, and compliant release of analytical results and Certificates of Analysis while maintaining audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on QC laboratory leader who combines technical expertise in chemistry, microbiology, and compliant quality systems with the operational discipline to run a fast-paced, audit-ready testing environment. They are equally strong in people leadership and problem-solving-capable of driving investigations, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant product release.

Key Responsibilities
  • Laboratory Leadership & Operations
    • Lead and integrate Chemistry and Microbiology laboratory operations to ensure efficient workflows, timely testing, and compliant release of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
    • Ensure operational continuity through effective staffing, scheduling, and backup testing capabilities.
  • External Testing & Vendor Management
    • Oversee outsourced laboratory testing activities.
    • Qualify, approve, and monitor external laboratories and service providers.
    • Maintain contingency testing strategies to support business continuity.
  • Quality Systems & Compliance
    • Own and maintain laboratory quality systems in compliance with ISO 17025, GLP, GMP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
    • Ensure audit readiness, documentation control, data integrity, and full traceability of laboratory activities.
    • Manage and oversee the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP).
  • Investigations & Quality Events
    • Lead investigations involving OOS, OOT, deviations, nonconformances, and customer complaints.
    • Ensure timely risk assessments, root cause analysis, CAPA implementation, and effectiveness verification.
    • Trend laboratory quality events and drive systemic improvements.
  • Technical & Method Management
    • Oversee laboratory specifications, methods, and analytical data.
    • Manage method development, validation, verification, and transfer activities.
    • Provide technical guidance on analytical and microbiological testing.
  • Equipment Oversight
    • Ensure proper calibration, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), maintenance, and lifecycle management of laboratory instruments and equipment.
  • Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
    • Develop and monitor laboratory KPIs, including turnaround time, OOS rate, deviations, audit findings, and productivity metrics.
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, compliance, and service levels.
    • Lead or participate in temporary assignments and strategic improvement projects as assigned.
  • Team Leadership & Development
    • Lead, coach, and develop laboratory personnel.
    • Establish training programs, competency assessments, performance evaluations, and succession planning.
  • Cross-Functional Support
    • Partner with QA, Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, and Commercial teams to support production, resolve technical issues, and address customer requirements.
    • Support external and internal audits, regulatory inspections, and management review activities.
  • Safety & Housekeeping
    • Promote safe laboratory practices and regulatory compliance.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
Required Education and Experience
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field required (master's degree preferred).
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of Quality Control laboratory experience in the food, dietary supplement, or pharmaceutical industries, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or laboratory management role.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of ISO 17025, OOS/OOT investigations, CAPA systems, method validation and verification, and analytical and microbiological testing systems.
  • Essential Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, LIMS, laboratory data systems, and statistical analysis tools.
  • Leadership Competencies: Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Environmental and/or Physical Requirements
  • This job requires both in-plant lab work and office work.
  • Frequent: Walking, office work.
Seldom: standing, squatting, climbing, bending and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
  • Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
  • Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
  • 401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
  • Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
  • Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
  • Educational assistance program
The benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophos' current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law).
About Innophos
Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.
Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration.  
Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.
 
Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications against job descriptions, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses (including recording, transcribing, and summarizing our interviews). These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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About Innophos

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Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Cranbury, NJ, US

Year founded

2006