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Research Development Lab Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$65K - $70K/yr

$65K-$70k/Annual The R&D Lab Manager is responsible for the technical leadership, day-to-day management, and effective operation of the R&D laboratory. This is a hands-on leadership position that ...

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We are seeking a R&D Lab Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation, staffing, and execution discipline of state of the art inside plant fiber termination R&D lab. This role works ...

The Lab Manager oversees space utilization, inventory and consumables management, equipment ... Prior experience managing laboratory, prototyping, R&D, manufacturing, or other technical ...

The Lab Manager is an individual contributor within the Logistics organization responsible for the ... Prior experience managing laboratory, prototyping, R&D, manufacturing, or other technical ...

Responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of development projects ... are managed to support efficient workflow. All technical work is performed in compliance with ...

At KDC, our Research & Development Lab is detail-oriented and hands-on. Be a part of a team making ... Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Why You'll Love It Here * Your ...

At KDC, our Research & Development Lab is detail-oriented and hands-on. Be a part of a team making ... Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Why You'll Love It Here * Your ...

At KDC, our Research & Development Lab is detail-oriented and hands-on. Be a part of a team making ... Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Why You'll Love It Here * Your ...

At KDC, our Research & Development Lab is detail-oriented and hands-on. Be a part of a team making ... Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Why You'll Love It Here * Your ...

At KDC, our Research & Development Lab is detail-oriented and hands-on. Be a part of a team making ... Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Why You'll Love It Here * Your ...

R&D Lab Manager

Conyers, GA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Job Title: R&D Laboratory Manager Department: Gravure Inks Division Pay Type: Salary (Overtime Exempt) Reports to:Technical Manager Job Summary: The R&D Laboratory Manager is the senior technical ...

The Research & Development Lab Technician is proficient at the following duties and requires only occasional management support and supervision to handle intermediate to difficult issues.

We are seeking a skilled Bilingual R&D Lab Technician to join our dynamic Research & Development team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced lab environment, enjoys hands-on work ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for research development lab manager in the United States is $101,794.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Consumer Products R&D Lab Manager

On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

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4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

107th of 124 rated grocery stores


Job description

$65K-$70k/Annual

The R&D Lab Manager is responsible for the technical leadership, day-to-day management, and effective operation of the R&D laboratory. This is a hands-on leadership position that combines technical problem-solving with management of laboratory workload, personnel, documentation, equipment, and processes.

The R&D Lab Manager works closely with the R&D Manager, R&D Lead, Project Managers, Regulatory, and Operations to ensure development projects, samples, testing, and technical activities are completed efficiently, accurately, and according to established priorities.

A significant portion of this position is expected to remain hands-on in the laboratory, actively participating in project work, troubleshooting, testing, and other bench activities.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Technical Resource
  • Laboratory Leadership & Workload Management
  • Laboratory Staff Leadership & Development
  • Lab Operations
  • Sample Development & Sample-Out Process
  • Finished Product Documentation & Records
  • Testing & Shelf-Life Activities
  • Ingredient & Supplier Technical Evaluation
  • Scale-Up & Production Support
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Culinology, or a related scientific/technical discipline preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education and significant R&D lab experience may be considered.
Experience
  • Several years working in an R&D food laboratory environment.
  • Experience assisting as projects move from development through commercialization.
  • Experience troubleshooting formulations and production/process issues.
  • Previous leadership, supervisory, mentoring, or technical-lead experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience with technical documentation and laboratory recordkeeping.
Key Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

  • Sound technical judgment and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with bench work
  • Strong organization and documentation skills
  • Clear and direct communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse work place.

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