Senior Manager, Quality Assurance - Lab Operations

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

112d • $90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Manager Laboratory Technician to lead our laboratory team in conducting experiments, analyzing data, and ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, excellent leadership abilities, and a passion for driving innovation and efficiency in a laboratory setting.

Requirements

• Strong technical skills and proficiency in laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and data analysis software.
• Previous experience managing a team of laboratory personnel, including assigning tasks, providing training, and evaluating performance.
• Knowledge of quality control principles, regulatory requirements, and best practices in laboratory operations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Assessing training programs and customer service levels in a production, sales, or customer service environment.
• Providing performance feedback or on-the-job training.
• Supervisory Masters: Business.
• Masters: Communication.
• Masters: Computer Engineering.
• Masters: Education.
• Six Sigma - Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and expertise to laboratory staff in conducting experiments, troubleshooting equipment, and analyzing data.
• Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians, scientists, and support staff.
• Collaborate with research and development teams to design and execute experiments to support product development, process optimization, and quality control activities.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of experimental data.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for laboratory staff.
• Manage laboratory inventory, including chemicals, reagents, and consumables.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• Multiple health plans
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical, vision and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education benefit program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree