Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor

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2 Locations
In-Office
Senior level
Food
The Role
Oversee daily QC laboratory operations supporting production and product release. Supervise and develop technicians, ensure equipment readiness and compliance with food safety standards, review test results, investigate quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

We are looking for a Quality Control Supervisor (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Monday – Friday) to join our team. If you are an experienced laboratory professional who enjoys leading people, improving processes, and ensuring product quality, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of a quality control laboratory, support a team of technicians, and help ensure products meet quality and safety standards. You will work closely with production, quality, and leadership teams to prioritize testing, solve problems, and continuously improve laboratory performance.

This position is onsite and includes regular work in both a laboratory and manufacturing environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead the daily operations of the quality control laboratory, prioritizing testing to support production and product release.
  • Supervise, coach, and develop laboratory technicians while ensuring training, equipment readiness, and compliance with quality and food safety standards.
  • Review test results, investigate quality concerns, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, improve laboratory performance, and support operational goals.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or another science-related field with 5+ years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience leading technical teams and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with knowledge of regulated laboratory and manufacturing practices.

What you'll get

  • The opportunity to lead a skilled laboratory team and influence product quality.
  • A collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, innovation, and teamwork.
  • Professional growth through leadership development and cross-functional collaboration.
  • A workplace committed to quality, food safety, and employee safety.

About Sensient: 
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.  

About Sensient Colors:  
Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.  

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship.  

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at (location) and must reside in area or be willing to commute.  

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.  
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.  

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or another science-related field
  • 5+ years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience leading technical teams and managing multiple priorities
  • Knowledge of regulated laboratory and manufacturing practices, including food safety standards
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work onsite in both laboratory and manufacturing environments
  • Authorized to work in country without the need for employment visa sponsorship
  • Willingness to reside in the area or commute to the specified location

Sensient Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sensient Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Sensient Technologies.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Fair pay is frequently highlighted as aligning well with job responsibilities, and base compensation is often framed as competitive for the industry. The overall package is commonly characterized as good when considering pay together with benefits.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are consistently described as comprehensive, with day-one eligibility and strong employer premium cost-sharing noted for U.S. salaried employees. Low premiums are repeatedly emphasized as a differentiator in the health offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is reinforced by a 401(k) match with immediate vesting and the presence of additional retirement vehicles such as an ESOP, with certain locations also referencing pension arrangements. This stack is presented as a meaningful component of total rewards beyond base salary.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, WI
3,065 Employees

What We Do

We Bring Life to Products. Our name communicates what we do: Enhance SENSory experiences through specialized ingredIENTs, delivered through proprietary TECHNOLOGIES. Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, essential oils and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, colors, natural ingredients, and extracts. The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands. Sensient has some 75 operational sites in 35 countries and customers in more than 150 countries worldwide. Learn more about how Sensient can help you discover your next color, flavor and specialty solutions at www.sensient.com

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